Tibbles the Cat
Michal Sanda author David Dolensky illustrator
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Albatros nakladatelstvi as
Published:18th Jan '24
Should be back in stock very soon
A curious cat, a true story, and a surprising lesson about nature and consequences.
Tibbles the Cat is a funny, thought-provoking illustrated picture book for kids ages 6 to 9, inspired by a true historical event. When a cat named Tibbles moves with her owner from England to a small island near New Zealand in 1894, life seems peaceful at first. But Tibbles soon encounters a rare, flightless bird, the Stephens Island wren, and her instinctive behavior leads to unexpected and lasting consequences. Told with wit and warmth, this story blends humor with history to explore how small actions can have big effects.
Perfect for curious kids who enjoy funny stories with deeper meaning, Tibbles the Cat introduces important ideas about wildlife, conservation, and human impact in an accessible way. Vintage-inspired illustrations and graphic-novel-style visuals add charm and help balance the serious theme with playful storytelling. Ideal for shared reading, classroom discussion, or independent exploration, this unique book encourages empathy, reflection, and curiosity about the natural world.
Key Features:
- Based on a True Historical Story: Introduces the real story of Tibbles the cat and the Stephens Island wren.
- Humorous Yet Thoughtful Tone: Uses gentle comedy to explore environmental responsibility and cause and effect.
- Vintage-Inspired Illustrations: Distinctive artwork with graphic novel elements brings history to life.
- Encourages Environmental Awareness: Helps kids understand conservation and the impact of introducing non-native species.
- Perfect for Ages 6 to 9: Designed for readers ready for stories that blend humor and real-world learning.
- Award-Winning Children’s Book: Winner of the 2021 Muriel Award for Best Comics for Children and a 2022 Bologna Ragazzi Award Amazing Bookshelf selection.
For more than 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children’s books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a love of learning in young minds. From novelty and board books to picture books, pop ups, and nonfiction, Albatros Media is dedicated to creating high-quality books that inspire imagination and discovery.
Listed as honor title for PopCulture Classroom Excellence in Graphic Literature 2024
Selected as one of the Best Children's Books of the Year 2024 by the Bank Street College of Education Center for Children's Literature
Selected for the CBC’s 2023 December Hot Off The Press Reading List
Received the Bologna Ragazzi Award – The BRAW Amazing Bookshelf in 2022
Received the Muriel Award for Best Comics for Children in 2021
"Tibbles the Cat follows a cat's move to the other side of the world, from his London home to his guardian's new job as a lighthouse keeper. As he explores Stephens Island in New Zealand and discovers its diverse plants and animals, so young followers of the cat's adventures receive an inviting natural history of the country which is delightful in its presentation and solid in its real information about the country. Young feline fans thus will enjoy a lesson couched in a travelogue adventure." —Midwest Book Review-Children's Bookwatch
"The vintage-inspired illustrations are truly mesmerizing! Cute vintage-style art and an important story. This book reminds readers how non-native species can impact an environment—a severe subject presented lightly. It is a great non-fiction book for young readers." —Jan Farnworth, YA Books Central
"This would be a good book to read aloud to a class when discussing extinction and the introduction of non-native animals to an area." —Katrina Yurenka, Youth Services Book Review
"A great story that mixes the story of discoveries and of a cat in New Zealand in XIX I liked the drawings and think it deals with an important issue like introducing new species in an enviroment Highly recommended." —Anna Maria Giacomasso, NetGalley-Librarian
"A charming and fun story about a cat and his owner that discover a rare species of bird and accidentally leads to the extinction of said rare bird. This was a neat story that was both funny and has a deep lesson. The artwork is giving a cozy and fun tone and the story itself was unique." —Ashley D., NetGalley
"Cute vintage-style art and an important story. This book reminds readers of the impact that non-native species can have on an environment. A serious subject, presented in a light manner. A great non-fiction book for young readers." —Erica B., NetGalley
"I loved learning about the different scientists and their contributions to history! The illustrations are delightful. I love the unique art style with bold lines and deep colors." —Luminous Libro
- Winner of Muriel Award – Best Comics for Children 2021 (Czechia)
- Winner of Bologna Ragazzi Award – The BRAW Amazing Bookshelf 2022 (Italy)
ISBN: 9788000070056
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
24 pages