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The Very Best Christmas Present
Despite Mr. Floogle's repeated attempts to get rid of the big orange cat that keeps turning up at his door, he is forced to admit to himself that he likes having it around.
24 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1988
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December 24, 2021
Adorable story of a cat finding an unhappy, lonely man. This was one of my favorites we’ve read!
December 21, 2011
I just received a box of my children's Christmas books and this one always made us smile. Presents come in all shapes and sizes and can bring a smile to even the grouchiest scrooge out there.
November 27, 2020
I thought I got this from a mall Santa as a kid, but it has a 2.75 sticker on it. I’ve read it every Christmas since I was 4. I Remember loving the illustrations and the funny little cat. It’s positive, charming, and I plan on keeping it a tradition once I have a kid.
April 11, 2025
Adorable Christmas tale of a grumpy and lonely old man that begrudgingly does an act of mercy during Christmas time. He finally realized that the Christmas gift was actually finding him.
December 25, 2025
Great little Christmas story.
March 9, 2008
Pair this with The Cat Came Back by Fred Penner. Once a cat has picked a person, there's no arguing!
November 27, 2011
Tells the charming tale of how important animals are during those holiday seasons - cute cartoon pictures.
July 5, 2013
Mr. Floogle doesn't like cats. Or at least he doesn't think he likes cats. This is a fun story about how rewarding having a pet can be. It also teaches the value of trying new things!
September 9, 2017
A great read for a child who is especially an animal lover. This orange colored cat seemed to have adopted Mr. Floogle.
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