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4.31 of 5 stars

What kind of cat would go sliding off on skis, and who'd believe it anyway? When the family accidentally leaves Henry, their sassy Siamese, behi... read full description


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Apr 30, 2009
Karen rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Though my daughter is now grown, we shared many books when she was little. One of our very favorites was Cross Country Cat. I believe it was a wordless book. We were so taken by the intrepid Siamese cat who strapped on cross country skis to get home when he was left behind at the family's cabin one winter vacation. Our initial distress at his predicament faded when it became clear that this was a determined and resourceful cat. Wonderful. Highly recommended.
Feb 26, 2009
Mary rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Wonderful story for bedtime (or other down time) for kids from about 4-1/2 up. A little long for the younger set. Interesting story about a very resourceful cat, illustrated by a NH man. The series is great for any cat lover (or anyone who knows that cats are just naturally more clever than the rest of us).
Mar 01, 2011
Pynteya rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Very adorable and entertaining story told by the cat who finds the ways to come back home after his family left him behind. Illustrations are attractive, even though it mostly black and white. I have read this book to my students and they love it!!! They listen carefully, laughed, and asked questions.
Jan 24, 2011
Tricia rated it: 5 of 5 stars
One of my favorite children's stories about a Siamese cat in a hot-air balloon. Check out her other books too. Great story teller.
Mar 04, 2011
Julia added it
I loved this book when I was a kid. The story still sticks with me, and inspires me to learn cross country skiing.
Oct 11, 2010
Mac rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Though for a younger age group, I think this book is very good for anyone who likes or has owned cats!
Aug 05, 2011
Everett rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Short story, great for kids, adorable photos. Melted my heart, I wanna be a cross-country cat!
Sep 04, 2011
Patty rated it: 5 of 5 stars
One of my favorite children's books. Excellent!
Dec 15, 2010
Marianna rated it: 5 of 5 stars
A fun story about a very resourceful cat!
Aug 02, 2008
Piper rated it: 5 of 5 stars
One of my favorites as a kid. It always made me sad that the cat got separated from his family...but of course he makes it back in the end. :) A must, especially if you've ever owned a siamese.
Jul 05, 2008
I wasn't as fond of this cat book as I am of some of her others, because the cat is drawn so life-like and yet is skiing like a human.
Jun 09, 2008
Maggie rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This was one of my favorite childhood books. Everyone should read it. I mean it.
Feb 07, 2012
Louise rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Feb 01, 2012
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Jan 21, 2012
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Jan 19, 2012
M.e. rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Dec 20, 2011
Laure marked it as to-read
Nov 25, 2011
Joan rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Nov 12, 2011
Joy rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Oct 21, 2011
Karla rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Oct 13, 2011
Madame rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Sep 23, 2011
Meredith rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Aug 04, 2011
Hazel rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Jul 26, 2011
Emily added it
Jul 19, 2011
Necia rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Jul 12, 2011
Mrs. Johnstone marked it as to-read
Feb 13, 2012
Karen rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Jul 13, 2011
Sara rated it: 3 of 5 stars
May 23, 2011
Dave rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Apr 18, 2011
Pat added it