"Me and Pippa like to read.
Sometimes we fall asleep
when we are reading.
Sometimes the sound of the
street wakes us up.
"It's a jungle out there, Bob," says Pippa.
A jungle?
I like the sound of that!"
There is no better place for a cat like Bob to live. His apartment block houses happy, friendly neighbors who welcome his presence and invite him in to their homes. First up is Pearl, a firefighter who lives in 201. Her home is a plant-filled oasis. Bob follows her as she waters all of her plants, and fashions himself a 'jungle cat'.
Next he visits Mario, a chef, who lives in 202 and provides sardines to keep Bob satisfied - just what a jungle cat loves to eat. Then it's upstairs to have a visit with Kevin in 301. His door is never closed, as he works at his computer through the day. His contribution to a jungle cat's needs is water at a 'watering hole deep in the jungle'. That soothes his thirst, and he heads for home.
Pippa welcomes him back. The two are perfectly happy together in 302. When Pippa inadvertently inspires a check on the outside 'jungle' she describes, Bob is off to find adventure. Once out there, Bob is intimidated by the noise, the cars, and all the yelling. Not sure what a jungle cat would do, Bob launches himself at a nearby tree. OOPS! He is stuck up there, and looking for help. His yowling captures the attention of his apartment-dwelling friends who rush to his rescue.
With their help, he is soon back where he belongs, and celebrating his return with a festive party! Obviously, jungle cats know about making good friends. Kids will very much enjoy this tale, while appreciating the multicolored digital artwork that includes details sure to invite notice and conversation.
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