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The Good Bad Cat invites young readers into a lively household where a single feline’s actions oscillate between naughty mischief and moments of kindness. When the cat darts under chairs, over games, and across tables, its antics thrill and sometimes frustrate, yet when it stalks a mouse, its courage shines. This gentle exploration of animal behavior helps children understand how the same creature can act both playfully and protectively, all within a warm, accessible narrative suitable for readers across grades four to six or ages four through eight.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Nancy Antle
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