"The Cat Came Back" by Fred Penner tells the humorous and heartwarming story of a persistent cat that simply won't stay away. No matter what the owner tries, the mischievous feline keeps returning home, leading to a series of amusing and clever attempts to keep the cat at bay. With catchy rhymes and a playful rhythm, the story highlights themes of resilience, companionship, and the unbreakable bond between pets and their owners. Young readers will enjoy the lively illustrations and the fun, repetitive structure that encourages participation and engagement with the tale. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

This book was published in 2005 by Roaring Brook Press .

Sophie Fatus is a full-time illustrator and sculptress, who studied at the prestigious Academy of Fine Art in Paris. Her brightly coloured illustrations and quirky style are world-renowned and have graced the pages of many Barefoot books including If You're Happy and You Know It!, The Real Princess and The Story Tree. Sophie lives in Florence, Italy. Fred Penner has been entertaining children and adults alike for more than twenty years. A native of Manitoba, Canada, Fred has worn many hats - from folk-rock singer, television host and home video star to children's book author, UNICEF Canada spokesman, husband and father of four!