Splat the Cat: Funny Valentine

Splat the Cat

by Rob Scotton

It's Valentine's Day, and Splat and his friends want to give Mrs. Wimpydimple something special. Lift the flaps to find out what—and reveal hidden holiday surprises!

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Cats, Holiday, Storytime, School

16 pages, Paperback

First published November 27, 2012

About the author

Rob Scotton is the bestselling author and illustrator of "Russell the Sheep," and "Russell and the Lost Treasure." His latest book, "Splat the Cat" is the story of a young cat facing all the wonders and worries of his first day at cat school. Rob's work can also be found on greeting cards, ceramics, textiles, prints, stationery, and glassware. An honors graduate of Leicester Polytechnic, Rob now lives in Rutland, England, with his wife, Liz, who is also an artist.

Reviews

[Juliana · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute but not the first book I'd pick to read to kids

[Ryan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the Splat books. Splat and his class are getting ready for Valentines day. He invites the crew over so they can all work on a secret project together. Making this book super fun is that every page is a lift the flap page. Can you guess what everyone is making?

[Random Scholar · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a cute story about how Splat the Cat paired up with his friends to make a Valentine's day card for their teacher. The story is told through flaps that flip up to reveal text. I would recommend this to students in first and second grade.

[Misty (Reds Romance Reviews) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great read, sure to warm your heart!!

[BiblioBeruthiel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute. Flap book. Not for storytime.

[DiAnne Warfield · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Stephanie]

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[Jesse Jester · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like pop-up books and thought this one was cute. My preschoolers didn't really care except that it had foldout sections. But I liked how Splat and his friends worked together.

[Cara Byrne · Rating 2 out of 5]

Unique illustrations, but a story that didn't capture my early reader's attention, even with the surprises under the flaps throughout. I'll try another book in the series, as the cats themselves are sweet.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cute little lift the flap book featuring Splat the Cat.

Valentine's Day is coming up, so Splat wanted to do something for his wonderful teacher. He and his friends work hard to create the perfect valentine.

This was cute and my 2 year old daughter enjoyed the art as well as lifting the flaps to see what "surprises" they held.

4 stars.

[Miss Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

A lift the flap valentine adventure with Splat and his friends. Here they are cooking up a valentine surprise with the best crafting supplies. Preschool and up.

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

Actually probably 3.5 stars on this one, but we love Splat stories around here. This one is a flap book and my 5-year-old loved that part. The pictures are awesome, but the story seemed a bit thin on this one (meaning, not much narration for the pictures, mostly the pictures), hence the lower stars. However, the cute pictures make this one definitely worth it!

[Lorri · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Splat the Cat books and this one is extra fun since it has special pages that lift up to reveal more surprises! The class wants to make a special Valentine's Day card for the teacher. Splat is working hard and comes up with something really nice.

This post was written for the sponsor who provided the complimentary product for review in exchange for my honest opinions.

[Margaret Chind · Rating 3 out of 5]

Splat seems to often provide silliness in the form of arts and crafts. This time it is a valentine for his teacher. Filled with interactive lift-the-fall pages the building to the surprise is quite fun and entertaining.

Thanks to HC.

[Jordan · Rating 3 out of 5]

The "special Valentine" was wholly underwhelming; it is concerning that multiple kitties were conscripted for its creation. Are we encouraging and rewarding mediocrity?

Then again, I suppose it's the best a group of thumbless kitties could manage.

[Alyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fun read. This book has flaps which I love! I like how the story continues on the back of the flap. I didn't expect my son to like this book but he did. It's a cute book and helped teach my son about celebrating Valentine's day in school.

[Robin Brennan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another Splat the Cat for Maddie and so timely - Valentine Day is getting close. It's has the added advantage of flaps, which is something she really enjoys. A good time reading is had by all.

[Jill · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love adorable Splat, this is a cute lift the flap book, which will also work well with a predict what happens next lesson.

[Meredith]

A new character for me....so will see what the grandchildren think. Again another lift the flap book and a cute character. :-)

[Jen · Rating 4 out of 5]

entertaining lift the flap book, interesting to see mice and cats work together.

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very cute lift-a-flap story about a classroom of cats and their surprise valentine gift.

[Marlene · Rating 5 out of 5]

My children love Splat the Cat. The flaps in this picture book are very easy to lift without accidentally tearing them. Splat and friends make a surprise valentine for their teacher. I'd recommend for ages 3-6.