"The Kitty Ran Up the Tree" by Dennis Lee is a charming children's book that follows the adventure of a playful kitten who climbs a tree, prompting a series of delightful, rhyming escapades. As the kitten ascends, various characters—both human and animal—are introduced, each adding to the whimsical tale. The story captures the essence of childhood curiosity and the joy of exploration while also highlighting themes of friendship and community. With vibrant illustrations and a rhythmic text, it invites young readers to join in the fun and experience the excitement of the kitten’s delightful journey upward. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Alligator Tales .

This book has been graded for interest at 5 years.

There are 14 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by Key Porter Books .

DENNIS LEE is Toronto's first Poet Laureate, an Officer of the Order of Canada and the author of timeless children's collections such as Alligator Pie, Garbage Delight, Jelly Belly, Bubblegum Delicious and The Ice Cream Store. He has received many honours, including the Vicky Metcalf Award for Children's Literature, for his body of work, and is also an acclaimed poet for adults. His poetry is anthologized and read around the world. Nora Hilb is the award-winning illustrator of many books for children. She lives in Argentina.