The Perfect Cat-Sitter

Munchkin

by Ann Whitehead Nagda, Stephanie Roth Sisson (Illustrator)

When her friend leaves for a family vacation to India and puts her in charge of her pets, Susan has no worries that she will be able to handle the task, but when Tiger the cat gets sick and then goes missing, Susan must turn to her friend Richard for assistance in finding her missing charge.

32 pages, Hardcover

First published October 30, 2007

Reviews

[Walker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another most excellent book by Nagda!! Just how Nagda works in school work and kids chores and projects is just amazing. I think I might get these books for the kids if they want to read it over and over. The kids laugh with the fun humor of everyday fun at school and at home with the kids life. A must read even if you don't have kids. Working with my own kids and being around others much of the time this is a must have and read for your collection alng with all the others that Nagda writes. Heather

[Melissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was very cute. We follow our main character who is in middle grade. Her best friend Rana has to go back to India around Christmas. She offers to take care of Rana’s cat. Little does she know it turns out to be more than just the cat. Hijinks are involved, but not the nefarious kind. Mistakes are made. Lessons are learned and of course friends are always there for you.

[bookloverk8 · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️
This is a perfect example of don't judge a book by it's cover. This story was about much more than just cat sitting and I found it quite entertaining. perfect book for a kid trying to read longer chapter books.

[Dolly · Rating 3 out of 5]

We recently read Meow Means Mischief by Ann Whitehead Nagda and we really enjoyed that story. So I was excited to learn that the characters from that book returned in this one. I'm not sure if it's a series or a sequel per se, but there appear to be five books that have characters common in each, but seem to focus on a different child. While the last story featured Rana, this book centers on her friend Susan.

The story is fairly straightforward and entertaining and it is easy for our girls to relate to the characters. Our girls have done a little pet-sitting for family members, and since I'm leaving on a trip today, they will both have to pitch in to take care of our cats while I'm gone. They can relate to Susan's desire to take good care of the pet and being upset when something goes awry.

Overall, we thought this was an entertaining story and we enjoyed reading it together. We plan to read Dear Whiskers next.

[Maelee · Rating 4 out of 5]

I learned that I did not have to be perfect. Perfectionism holds people to an impossible standard that is hard to live up to. Young people may struggle while learning that being perfect is not all it is cracked up to be as well as impossible. I like the cat in the story also.

[Heather · Rating 2 out of 5]

An intermediate chapter book. The storyline is good, but the characters' dialogue is unnatural. Kids may not notice the dialogue, though; if so, they will enjoy the story.

[Kathy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Easy chapters. Travel and time zones. May be too easy for list even though about a 4th grader.

[Debbie McNeil · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice addition to any collection for 2nd graders or 1st grade gifted readers, due to simple plot and characters.

[Little Miss and the Legomeister · Rating 4 out of 5]

Little Miss loves this one. Requested more from this series from the library.

[Christine · Rating 1 out of 5]

I don't recommend this one. Drew thought it was pretty good, but I thought it was a little dull.