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The birthday kitten

By Enid Blyton

A birthday surprise takes a splashy turn when twins discover a kitten in a sinking bag.

heart-warming · adventurous · mysterious · gentle

Genres

Animals Friendship/Family Mystery

What is The birthday kitten about?

Sam and Rosie are hoping for a kitten or puppy for their birthday, but their parents say they must wait until their baby sister is older. Then, while playing by the pond with Sam’s sailing boat, the twins spot a struggling bag in the water. Inside is a tiny, frightened kitten, cold and hungry. They secretly take him home and try to care for him, but soon face difficult questions: who put the kitten in the pond, and can they keep him safe?

About the author

Enid Blyton was a much-loved British author who wrote exciting stories for children. She created famous series like The Famous Five, The Secret Seven, and Noddy. Her adventurous tales have delighted readers for many years, taking them on journeys filled with mystery, friendship, and fun. Many children still enjoy her books today.

Pages

96 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

1984

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