The baby blue cat returns in his second illustrated book for young readers. Mama Cat has made a very special supper for her babies, but the baby blue cat is determined not to enjoy this delicious meal, and goes on saying no even when the other baby cats are tucked into bed.
Fur flies and feline friendships form as two cats of different colors find that, with a little effort, they can be themselves and make a perfect blend. Full color.
"The blue cat is like a knight on a quest. His quest is to find a hearth to fit the song the river taught him and to teach the owner of the hearth to sing that song"--Jacket.
A curious and playful young cat goes about its very cat-like day―purring, peeking, swatting, sneaking―when a sound in the distance sparks an exciting exploration. Get ready for a surprise, Blue Cat! Using simple, brightly colored illustrations full of patterns and texture, Charlie Eve Ryan captures the spirit of youthful feline play, mischief, and love.
A boy stood in the playground under the big fig tree. 'He can't speak English,' the children whispered. Sydney, 1942. The war is coming to Australia - not only with the threat of bombardment, but also the arrival of refugees from Europe. Dreamy Columba's world is growing larger. She is drawn to Ellery, the little boy from far away, and, together with her highly practical best friend Hilda, the three children embark on an adventure through the harbour-side streets - a journey of discovery and terror, in pursuit of the mysterious blue cat ...
Imagine a world in which words have colors and sounds have tastes. In his autobiography, Vladimir Nabokov described this neurological phenomenon, which helped inspire David Hockney's sets for the Metropolitan Opera. Richard Feynman experienced it while formulating the quantum theory that won him a Nobel Prize. Sometimes described as a blending of perceptions, synesthesia occurs when only one of the fives senses is aroused but two respond. Journalist Patricia Lynne Duffy draws from her own struggles and breakthroughs with synesthesia to help us better understand the condition, while describing some of the major theories surrounding it. An illuminating examination of the world of synesthetes, Blue Cats and Chartreuse Kittens is a must-read for science and health buffs, as well as for artists, writers, and creative thinkers-or anyone generally intrigued by the brain, the senses, and perception.
Once in a blue moon, a special pet comes along. When Mandy adopts the best cat at the shelter, she doesn't realize it has a big secret and an even bigger personality. Features full screen images and pop-up text
Pink Cat Blue Cat is a delightful, brightly illustrated book for both children and cat lovers alike. Written on the island of Mauritius and inspired by her childrens' questioning nature, the author has woven lessons of life into the book. This is a touching tale about belonging and finding love in a world that is often cruel. It holds magic and wonder in every cat filled page and will capture the hearts of children and also adults that refuse to grow up. It is ok to be you - to be different and not fit in with all the other "blue cats" out there, there is always somebody in the world that loves you for who you are and sees your very own special colours.
When someone you love is feeling down in the dumps, you try everything to help. But sometimes, you don't have the cure, and those blues can even become contagious. It just might be the unexpected that allows you both to shed your blues and move toward a bright and colorful future.