Six Dinner Sid

What do our readers think of Six Dinner Sid? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find Sid funny and enjoy his cheeky plan, especially the many dinners and his expressive cat-like behaviour. Some children lose interest or feel uneasy during the repeated trips to the vet.

What does the Pageticker team say about Six Dinner Sid?

We think Six Dinner Sid is a wonderfully cheeky picture book, with a satisfyingly greedy cat, expressive illustrations and a clever joke at its heart. Young children will enjoy counting Sid’s dinners and following his elaborate plan, while grown-ups may appreciate the gentle nudge towards talking to your neighbours. It is best suited to children who enjoy playful mischief and stories where the animal is quite clearly the mastermind.

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What is Six Dinner Sid about?

Sid is a clever cat who lives at six different houses on Aristotle Street, enjoying six dinners every day. Each owner believes Sid is theirs alone, until a trip to the vet reveals his secret. Discover how Sid's cunning plan unfolds in this delightful tale.

About the author

Inga Moore is a much-loved British author and illustrator known for her beautiful drawings and heartwarming stories. She has brought classic tales like 'The Wind in the Willows' to life with her wonderful artwork. Inga loves nature and animals, and you can spot her passion for the outdoors in many of her enchanting books.

Discussion ideas around Six Dinner Sid

Sid’s clever plan: How does Sid manage to make each family think he belongs to them, and which part of his plan seems cleverest to you?

Greedy or brilliant?: Do you think Sid is greedy, clever, or a bit of both? What makes you think that?

Keeping secrets: What might happen when people on the same street do not talk to one another? How could the neighbours have found out about Sid sooner?

Sharing a pet: If you discovered that your cat visited lots of homes, how would you feel and what would you do?