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Scaredy-Cat, Splat!
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September 4, 2023
Kaip ir visos kitos puikios katinėlio Juodžio istorijų knygelės taip ir ši - linksma, nuotaikinga 😍
August 28, 2015
Well that was actually pretty hilarious! Very well read by Phil Jupitus & lots of special effects. Comes highly recommended by 6 year old Ethan :-)
October 21, 2021
Rob Scotton - creator of the Splat the Cat series, as well as the Russell the Sheep books - is turning out to be another one of those hit-or-miss authors for me. After a largely indifferent reaction to the initial Splat title (
), but moderate enjoyment of the second two (
and
), I was curious to see what I would make of this, the fourth installment of our intrepid feline hero's adventures. Unfortunately, it turns out that Scaredy-Cat, Splat! falls into the indifferent category.
The story of Splat's efforts to win the prize for being the scariest cat at Halloween, it features the same mad-cap antics and fuzzily cute illustrations as the other books. But somehow, the whole thing just fell flat for me. It's not that there was anything wrong with it, from either a textual or artistic standpoint, it just wasn't very interesting. I confess that I'm disappointed, not least because, having now liked two Splat books, and been indifferent to two, I'm inevitably going to have to take a look at the next one, if for no other reason that to break the "tie." Why on earth do I do this to myself...?
The story of Splat's efforts to win the prize for being the scariest cat at Halloween, it features the same mad-cap antics and fuzzily cute illustrations as the other books. But somehow, the whole thing just fell flat for me. It's not that there was anything wrong with it, from either a textual or artistic standpoint, it just wasn't very interesting. I confess that I'm disappointed, not least because, having now liked two Splat books, and been indifferent to two, I'm inevitably going to have to take a look at the next one, if for no other reason that to break the "tie." Why on earth do I do this to myself...?
November 1, 2017
Fun Halloween read. Kiddos enjoyed it.
September 15, 2015
Splat the Cat is such a silly cat, he's always up to some sort of planning for a school themed-activity. This time he wants to be the scariest and not scared-est cat and of course Seymour is there to help!
This is a good 9x9" hardcover to add to the seasonal shelf. Friendship, working through things when they don't go exactly as planned, and fun Halloween ideas.
If you're interested, there is a Splat the Cat costume out there in the world! Ahh!!!
October 11, 2019
Halloween fun with the goofy and lovable Splat!
November 9, 2024
Splat, Seymour, Spike, and Plank working their way through costumes and who the scariest cat is.
August 13, 2016
Splat is silly. Splat is clumsy. And Splat will make kids laugh. A fun read.
November 15, 2019
Splat the Cat has his mind set on being the scariest one in the class this year. Unfortunately for him, he is too much of a scaredy-cat. Everything makes him jump including a little tiny spider. The whole class thinks his costume is supposed to be silly and when his teacher reads a spooky story to the whole class, Splat gets so nervous that he knocks over his jack-o-lantern. However, when Splat stands back up with his head stuck inside his pumpkin, he gives the whole class a great big scare. I read this book to my preschool class at work and they absolutely loved it, so much that I read it twice in a row. The illustrations in this book are cute and enticing. The language is fun and flows easily. I can’t wait to order this book for my future classroom and read it every year during the month of October.
March 30, 2020
Splatty is back!!! And boy is he in a pumpkin of trouble this Halloween! He decides today is the day he becomes the scariest cat in school. Of course he still freaks out over his new pet spider, which is scary enough. So he and his mouse sidekick Seymour head for school to take part in a costume contest. First though, teacher cat Ms Wimpy-Dimple puts the kitty-gartners thru scary storytime! And the spookiness gets to Splatty (naturally!), Splatty freaks (no surprise there!) and the jack-o'-lantern pumpkin lands on his head and boom, either he's the Headless Horseman of legend, or just a clueless Hoarsely Whimperer Kittycat! Splatty the Cat still charms young and old with his antics and his big heart. One hopes this is one cliche in cat fiction that will never change! Sounds deep? You bet!
Four stars
Love is kinda Splatty with a spooky little cat like him!!!
Four stars
Love is kinda Splatty with a spooky little cat like him!!!
September 27, 2022
Back in 2008, Splat the cat burst onto the scene with his first adventure. Since that time he has fallen in love and enjoyed a Merry Christmas. Now, Splat is ready to celebrate Halloween and wishing to be the scarriest cat at the school party. Can he do it?! With his ever present mouse friend Seymour and wise advice from his mom, Splat heads off to school determined to scare.
Scotton's latest Splat adventure is begging to be read aloud with all the enthusiasm and dramatics befitting this funny feline. This is a welcome addition to Halloween titles, suitable for preschool through 1st grade.
The tale is told supported by Scotton's own adorable wide eyed illustrations, that will illicit giggles and grins. Couple this with Boo to you! by Lois Ehlert for some gentle halloween fun for little ones.
Scotton's latest Splat adventure is begging to be read aloud with all the enthusiasm and dramatics befitting this funny feline. This is a welcome addition to Halloween titles, suitable for preschool through 1st grade.
The tale is told supported by Scotton's own adorable wide eyed illustrations, that will illicit giggles and grins. Couple this with Boo to you! by Lois Ehlert for some gentle halloween fun for little ones.
October 11, 2019
The girls really enjoyed this story!
Lexi can really relate to Splat, as she is a little bit of a scaredy-cat, too!
Both girls asked their teachers, if they would read a ghost story like Mrs. Wimpydimple did, in the story!
And both their teachers said, they definitely would!
This story emphasizes the fun and safe side of Halloween! That is what both the girls and I enjoy!
Leave the "scary" stuff to other folks! Give us fun stories like Splat!
Lexi can really relate to Splat, as she is a little bit of a scaredy-cat, too!
Both girls asked their teachers, if they would read a ghost story like Mrs. Wimpydimple did, in the story!
And both their teachers said, they definitely would!
This story emphasizes the fun and safe side of Halloween! That is what both the girls and I enjoy!
Leave the "scary" stuff to other folks! Give us fun stories like Splat!
October 6, 2017
I really enjoy the Splat series. A clumsy, silly black cat with a lot of themed books makes for easy shelf-fillers and fun read alouds. Kids relate to Splat and find the illustrations and stories humorous and easy to read. I have my October display stockpiled and this was one of the first books I chose to read aloud to my kiddos. It was a good time as we kick off October reads!
October 25, 2017
This silly Halloween story is sure to get a giggle from young readers as they find out who’s going to win the scariest-cat contest at cat school. Splat seems to be afraid of everything and everyone, but he really wants to win the contest. Colorful, humorous illustrations help make this a fun book to share with kids as Halloween approaches.
September 25, 2020
This is the perfect Halloween read for a young little who doesnt need the spookiness of the holiday but wants the holiday cheer! My 4 year old enjoyed watching Splat try his best to be the spookiest Cat for Halloween and empathized that he was definitely a Scaredy-cat. Great, quick little read. Perfect for September/October!
October 22, 2020
Splat wants to win his class' scariest costume contest and even carves what he thinks going to be the scariest jack-o-lantern. When he gets to school he sees that his friends are dressed scarier than he is, but when the teacher starts to tell a scary story, things seem to change. A pretty quick read that felt a little disconnected at times, but overall is a fun Halloween read.
January 24, 2018
It’s Halloween and splat has the best costume. He is going a witches cat. And her really wants to take his new spider friend to school. But when splat breaks his broom he will draw new inspiration from his many legged friend to come up with the scariest cat costume ever.
October 21, 2019
As someone not entirely familiar with the series, I found this book to be entirely adorable. My daughter laughed throughout as Splat was frightened by even the smallest of things... and we cheered in the end. Definitely an age appropriate, wonderful holiday read.
June 10, 2021
Splat
Very funny and good. "I liked the scary sock spider the best. " quote from my seven year old grandson.We have enjoyed all the Solar the Fat books that we have read. Great entertainment for young and old.
Very funny and good. "I liked the scary sock spider the best. " quote from my seven year old grandson.We have enjoyed all the Solar the Fat books that we have read. Great entertainment for young and old.
November 17, 2022
Fun story about a cat who longs to win the scariest cat in the class during the Halloween season. Cute illustrations throughout. Kids will enjoy this one. Splat's friend Seymour is hilarious. Highly recommended for Grades 2-4.
May 5, 2017
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June 8, 2017
My daycare kiddos loved this book, had to read it twice!! They all love Splat!!
September 6, 2017
Adorable illustrations!
October 6, 2017
I think this one will be a hit with first and second!
October 29, 2017
This is a funny book for Halloween. Kids will laugh at Splat's attempts to be scary.
The pictures are wonderful.
The pictures are wonderful.
August 29, 2018
Very cute and nicely illustrated
October 4, 2018
Splat is worried he won't be scary enough in his spider costume for halloween. When a jack o'lantern falls on his head during a lights out, he scares everyone and wins anyway :)
October 13, 2018
October reads with my third graders.
December 11, 2018
The illustrations are magical and charming. An adorable book all around.
February 22, 2019
Splat is the best. My daughter loves Splat and all of his antics.
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