They All Saw a Cat by Wenzel, Brendan

New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Medal winner They All Saw a Cat is a visual delight and a charming read-aloud that invites kids and parents to explore the concept of perception.

The cat walked through the world, with its whiskers, ears, and paws . . . In this glorious celebration of observation, curiosity, and imagination, author and illustrator Brendan Wenzel shows us the many lives of one cat, and how perspective shapes what we see. When you see a cat, what do you see?

ENGAGING AND THOUGHT-PROVOKING: Children will love following along with the simple, fun story, while parents will appreciate the book's clever and thoughtful lessons about how everyone has a unique perspective.

INCREDIBLE TALENT: Brendan Wenzel is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator. In addition to the Caldecott Honor-winning They All Saw a Cat, he's also the creator of Hello, Hello! and A Stone Sat Still, and he has illustrated a number of other picture books focused on animals and nature.

RAVE REVIEWS: This bestselling book has earned multiple honors and starred reviews. Highlights include:

"An ingenious idea, gorgeously realized."--Shelf Awareness, starred review

"Both simple and ingenious in concept, Wenzel's book feels like a game changer."--The Huffington Post

Perfect for:

• Parents, grandparents, and educators
• Preschool and kindergarten level readers
• Gift givers looking for a fun, interactive family read-aloud book
• Fans of picture books like I Want My Hat Back, Ricky the Rock That Couldn't Roll, The Wonderful Things You Will Be, What Do You Do With a Problem? and The Day the Crayons Quit

Author: Brendan Wenzel
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 08/30/2016
Pages: 44
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.10h x 11.20w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9781452150130
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 1.9
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 183849 / They All Saw a Cat

Award: Caldecott Medal - Honor Book

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2016
Publishers Weekly 07/04/2016
Kirkus Reviews Fall Preview 08/15/2016 pg. 50
Shelf Awareness 09/02/2016
School Library Journal 09/01/2016 pg. 132
Booklist 10/15/2016 pg. 53
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2016 pg. 65
School Library Journal 12/01/2016 pg. 29
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2017 - Superior,Well Above Average

About the Author
Brendan Wenzel is an illustrator based in Brooklyn, New York. A graduate of the Pratt Institute, his work has appeared internationally in children's books, animations, and magazines. They All Saw a Cat is his debut as both author and illustrator.