The Little Red Cat Who Ran Away and Learned His ABC's (the Hard Way)

Patrick McDonnell's "The Little Red Cat Who Ran Away and Learned His ABC's (the Hard Way)" offers a unique and engaging approach to the alphabet book. It follows a little red cat on a fast-paced, humorous chase, starting with an alligator and a bear, and growing to include a dragon, chicken, and egg, each character introduced alphabetically. The adventure spans various environments, from snowy peaks to lush jungles, keeping young readers entertained. Ultimately, the story delivers a sweet message about overcoming initial fears and the unexpected joy of friendship, making it a delightful read-aloud that subtly teaches the alphabet while promoting positive social emotional learning. Ideal for preschoolers and early elementary children.

Bestselling and award-winning artist Patrick McDonnell uses the ABC's to tell a hilarious, high-energy alphabetical adventure. It starts with an ALLIGATOR and a BEAR chasing a CAT. When a DRAGON (and a chicken and an egg!) join in pursuit, things start to get REALLY interesting. A wild and wacky chase through snow and ice, and to jungles and over mountaintops, leads the whole crew to a wonderful realization: They're better off as friends.