Looshkin

What do our readers think of Looshkin? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find Looshkin extremely funny, especially the silly disasters, colourful pictures and wild, unexpected jokes. Some children find the humour very childish, but they still enjoy the fast-moving comics and return to their favourite parts.

What does the Pageticker team say about Looshkin?

Looshkin is Jamie Smart at his most gloriously unhinged: a bright, fast-moving collection of comic strips in which an ordinary day can collapse into bubbles, bees and complete household mayhem. The visual jokes and short episodes make it especially appealing to children who enjoy silly, energetic comics, although the toilet humour and relentless chaos may be more entertaining for young fans than for any grown-ups in the room.

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What is Looshkin about?

Meet Looshkin, the maddest cat in the world! This blue feline turns everyday life into a whirlwind of chaos and hilarity. From flooding the house with bubbles to summoning unexpected visitors, Looshkin's antics ensure there's never a dull moment. Brace yourself for a laugh-out-loud adventure that's as unpredictable as it is entertaining!

About the author

Jamie Smart is a brilliant British author and illustrator, best known for creating the hilarious comic series 'Bunny vs Monkey' and 'Looshkin'. His stories are packed with action, wild adventures, and loads of laughs. Jamie loves drawing funny characters and hopes his books inspire children to use their imagination and enjoy reading comics.

Discussion ideas around Looshkin

Chaos and consequences: Looshkin often creates enormous problems without seeming worried about them. What do you think he understands about the trouble he causes, and what might he learn from it?

What makes something funny?: Which kinds of jokes work best in Looshkin: surprising events, funny pictures, silly words or characters behaving badly? Explain why.

Rules and freedom: Imagine living in a world where Looshkin could do anything he wanted for one day. What would be exciting about it, and what rules would still be needed?

Everyday life turned upside down: How does the book transform ordinary places such as a house into something strange and unpredictable? Choose one everyday situation and imagine how Looshkin might change it.

Different kinds of cats: What makes Looshkin different from a typical pet cat in stories? Do you think his unusual behaviour makes him more lovable, more troublesome or both?