FICTION

The Little Kitten

by Nicola Killen (text) & illus. by Nicola Killen
S.&S./Paula ­Wiseman Bks. Jul. 2020. 32p. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9781534466968.
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PreS-Gr 1–Ollie and her pet cat Pumpkin are surprised to find a kitten hidden beneath a pile of fallen leaves. Distracted by her new friend, Ollie absentmindedly wanders away from a napping Pumpkin. Deeper into the woods Ollie discovers lost kitten posters and delivers her new friend home. Now on her own, she suddenly realizes she left her own cat behind. Hurriedly retracing her steps, a lonely and scared Ollie is joyfully reunited with Pumpkin. The soft grayscale color palette includes pops of orange and ocher foil embellishments to create a cozy autumnal setting with subtle nods to Halloween. Several clever peekaboo cutouts encourage repeat page turns and comic-style panels help pace the story.
VERDICT The understated use of Halloween imagery allows this sweet, simple story to stand on its own. Recommended for younger audiences and larger picture book collections.
Reviewed by Sophie Kenney, Aurora P.L., IL , Jun 01, 2020

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