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Its Like This, Cat

Its Like This, Cat

By: Emily Neville
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 Winner of the 1964 Newbery Medal, Its Like This, Cat follows the journey of young Dave Mitchell as he navigates the complexities of growing up in New York City. When he brings home a stray cat from Crazy Kate, the neighborhoods eccentric Cat Lady, Dave embarks on a series of adventures that shape his understanding of friendship, family, and self-discovery. Living with his lawyer father and his mother who struggles with asthma due to family tensions, Daves life is further enriched by the wild escapades of his new feline companion. Through his encounters with vibrant city landmarks and new friends, he gains a deeper appreciation for his parents and learns the true meaning of connection. (Summary by Brenda Price)Copyright Kids Stories and Comedy Literature & Fiction
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    18 - Fight - Its Like This Cat by Emily Neville
    Nov 18 2025
    Winner of the 1964 Newbery Medal, Its Like This, Cat follows the journey of young Dave Mitchell as he navigates the complexities of growing up in New York City. When he brings home a stray cat from Crazy Kate, the neighborhoods eccentric Cat Lady, Dave embarks on a series of adventures that shape his understanding of friendship, family, and self-discovery. Living with his lawyer father and his mother who struggles with asthma due to family tensions, Daves life is further enriched by the wild escapades of his new feline companion. Through his encounters with vibrant city landmarks and new friends, he gains a deeper appreciation for his parents and learns the true meaning of connection. (Summary by Brenda Price)
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    12 mins
  • 17 - Heres to Cat

    17 - Heres to Cat
    Nov 17 2025
    Winner of the 1964 Newbery Medal, Its Like This, Cat follows the journey of young Dave Mitchell as he navigates the complexities of growing up in New York City. When he brings home a stray cat from Crazy Kate, the neighborhoods eccentric Cat Lady, Dave embarks on a series of adventures that shape his understanding of friendship, family, and self-discovery. Living with his lawyer father and his mother who struggles with asthma due to family tensions, Daves life is further enriched by the wild escapades of his new feline companion. Through his encounters with vibrant city landmarks and new friends, he gains a deeper appreciation for his parents and learns the true meaning of connection. (Summary by Brenda Price)
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    12 mins
  • 16 - Telephone Numbers

    16 - Telephone Numbers
    Nov 16 2025
    Winner of the 1964 Newbery Medal, Its Like This, Cat follows the journey of young Dave Mitchell as he navigates the complexities of growing up in New York City. When he brings home a stray cat from Crazy Kate, the neighborhoods eccentric Cat Lady, Dave embarks on a series of adventures that shape his understanding of friendship, family, and self-discovery. Living with his lawyer father and his mother who struggles with asthma due to family tensions, Daves life is further enriched by the wild escapades of his new feline companion. Through his encounters with vibrant city landmarks and new friends, he gains a deeper appreciation for his parents and learns the true meaning of connection. (Summary by Brenda Price)
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    8 mins
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