Are you my Cat?

Author: Marybeth Mataya

Publishing:  Magic Wagon

Number of Pages: Hardcover—32 pages

Genre:  Nonfiction

Reading Level:  Ages 4-8

Summary: This book is all about cats.  It starts off talking about whether or not a cat is a good pet for the person reading the book.  It gives some information on what cats like and then it continues on to say what you should do if you are planning on getting a cat.  It then talks about a good age for you personally and says the benefits to having a younger cat and having an older cat.  It then talks about the different kinds of cats that there are and what cats need every day.  It talks about check ups and what to feed a cat as well as how to play with and teach cats.  It also talks about keeping the cat clean, protecting the cat, and protecting yourself when around the cat—like if he is angry then you should back away.  This is a great book for learning about the responsibilities and processes that should be taken when adopting a cat.

My Reaction to the Book:  I thought this book was okay; it would definitely be good for a child whose family is adopting a cat.  It would be very helpful for them.

Potential Problems:  There are not any problems in this book, it is just a book full of good advice and information. 

Recommendations:  I think I might recommend this book to someone that is considering getting a cat, but other than that I don’t think that I would.