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The Legend of Mistletoe and the Kittens
Mistletoe was born on Christmas day
And when the other kittens saw him...
they all ran away.
And when the other kittens saw him...
they all ran away.
Mistletoe had given up hope of ever having a home, but when he finds three little lost kittens his unselfish acts of kindness and a surprise gift from Santa changes all that.
This Special Edition includes a CD with a special dramatic reading by author, Joe Troiano and "Christmas Snow," a track from Mistletoe's upcoming movie!
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First published January 1, 2007
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December 18, 2012
My daughter and I buy a few Christmas books every year, and this was one of our choices for 2012. Mistletoe is a green cat with a candycane striped tail, he is teased and ostracized because he looks different from the other cats.
My daughter loves this book, and the message to not judge by appearance is important.
Its now one of our favorite Christmas books with a kind and sweet message to it, and a happy ending.
Added in 2023: although the original review was from 2012, recently read to some family friends and they adored this book
My daughter loves this book, and the message to not judge by appearance is important.
Its now one of our favorite Christmas books with a kind and sweet message to it, and a happy ending.
Added in 2023: although the original review was from 2012, recently read to some family friends and they adored this book
November 8, 2019
Cute story, with some important messages...different doesn't mean less or unworthy of love. 💘
Mistletoe was born with unique colored fur, and his siblings were afraid of him. He ended up being an alley cat hiding from people, and one cold Christmas night he finds some lost stray kittens. He decides to fight through a blizzard, and climb down a chimney to get the kittens safely under a Christmas tree for some children.
Santa left a box for him, and after reading the card "To Mistletoe, This gift is for you, because you truly believe it is better to give than it is to receive. From, Santa" & climbing inside to look for the gift it is empty...The kids charge into the living room excited to open their gifts, and he finds they are not afraid and they do not want him to leave. Santa's real gift was a warm safe home, with a family that would love and care for him!
I think these messages are really important. The brightly colored pretty boxes we open on Christmas are nice, but family and kindness are the real gifts.
Definitely a book for any child's Christmas read list. 😊
Mistletoe was born with unique colored fur, and his siblings were afraid of him. He ended up being an alley cat hiding from people, and one cold Christmas night he finds some lost stray kittens. He decides to fight through a blizzard, and climb down a chimney to get the kittens safely under a Christmas tree for some children.
Santa left a box for him, and after reading the card "To Mistletoe, This gift is for you, because you truly believe it is better to give than it is to receive. From, Santa" & climbing inside to look for the gift it is empty...The kids charge into the living room excited to open their gifts, and he finds they are not afraid and they do not want him to leave. Santa's real gift was a warm safe home, with a family that would love and care for him!
I think these messages are really important. The brightly colored pretty boxes we open on Christmas are nice, but family and kindness are the real gifts.
Definitely a book for any child's Christmas read list. 😊
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December 21, 2018
Starts sad and ends up being heartwarming. Themes of home and caring for others.
July 8, 2010
This is one of the sweetest kid's books ever. I love this story so much and highly recommend it. I just read it to my daughter again tonight--one of our all time favorites.
April 14, 2013
One of the most touching and heart-warming books I've ever read.
December 23, 2022
Bought this at a used bookstore to read with my daughter. The illustrations are so pretty and the story is very sweet.
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December 5, 2011Mistletoe is singled out because of his Christmas-colored fur. With a green body, a candy cane stripped tail and red paws, Mistletoe doesn't fit in. Then he meets a set of kittens. Mistletoe is no longer concerned with himself but only cares for these kittens. To get out of the cold Mistletoe and the kittens sneak into a warm and inviting home. Unknown to them when the children of the home come downstairs to find them in the tree and presents, that they would be welcomed with open arms.
The Legend of Mistletoe is a very cute and warm book to read around the Christmas holiday. With a message of acceptance, selflessness and love, it is hard to not love this book. Mistletoe is a delight to see drawn with his multicolored fur. You can't help but have your heart warmed by The Legend of Mistletoe.
The Legend of Mistletoe is a very cute and warm book to read around the Christmas holiday. With a message of acceptance, selflessness and love, it is hard to not love this book. Mistletoe is a delight to see drawn with his multicolored fur. You can't help but have your heart warmed by The Legend of Mistletoe.
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June 30, 2016(copied from my book review blog: Patricia's Particularity)
Mistletoe is singled out because of his Christmas-colored fur. With a green body, a candy cane stripped tail and red paws, Mistletoe doesn’t fit in. Then he meets a set of kittens. Mistletoe is no longer concerned with himself but only cares for these kittens. To get out of the cold Mistletoe and the kittens sneak into a warm and inviting home. Unknown to them when the children of the home come downstairs to find them in the tree and presents, that they would be welcomed with open arms.
The Legend of Mistletoe is a very cute and warm book to read around the Christmas holiday. With a message of acceptance, selflessness and love, it is hard to not love this book. Mistletoe is a delight to see drawn with his multicolored fur. You can’t help but have your heart warmed by The Legend of Mistletoe.
Mistletoe is singled out because of his Christmas-colored fur. With a green body, a candy cane stripped tail and red paws, Mistletoe doesn’t fit in. Then he meets a set of kittens. Mistletoe is no longer concerned with himself but only cares for these kittens. To get out of the cold Mistletoe and the kittens sneak into a warm and inviting home. Unknown to them when the children of the home come downstairs to find them in the tree and presents, that they would be welcomed with open arms.
The Legend of Mistletoe is a very cute and warm book to read around the Christmas holiday. With a message of acceptance, selflessness and love, it is hard to not love this book. Mistletoe is a delight to see drawn with his multicolored fur. You can’t help but have your heart warmed by The Legend of Mistletoe.
December 16, 2024
Cute Christmas story. I got a little teary eyed reading it. A good book about compassion and caring for others.
November 27, 2021
Lo siento, no puedo ser imparcial con un cuento navideño en el que aparecen tres gatitos y otro lo salva porque eso fue lo que yo hice el año pasado. Por que ningún gatito tenga que pasar frío y hambre en la calle en estas fechas y nunca. Me ha llegado al fondo del corazón.
November 14, 2024
What a beautiful picture book! The illustrations are absolutely beautiful, the story is heart-warming and encouraging, and the overall feel of the book is truly Christmas. Well-done and highly recommend to parents with young children.
January 7, 2020
Good for adults
I really enjoyed the book. I gave it five stars. It is good it had cats in it. Read it.
I really enjoyed the book. I gave it five stars. It is good it had cats in it. Read it.
February 15, 2020
Can you read the dook
December 9, 2020
Just precious
It’s a lovely story of inclusion. A good message for our kids at Christmas. And their toe stuffed kitten is adorable.
It’s a lovely story of inclusion. A good message for our kids at Christmas. And their toe stuffed kitten is adorable.
December 15, 2020
I liked the illustration of mistletoe more than the story itself!
November 30, 2022
Really sweet story
December 24, 2022
Read this before you watch the movie!
December 19, 2023
Super cute! Happy ending!
December 23, 2023
Children's Picture Book
Christmas-themed
This was super cute with a happy ending!
Christmas-themed
This was super cute with a happy ending!
July 19, 2020
One of the best children’s books I’ve ever read. It made me cry. Such a wonderful story with a good lesson for children and adults. Highly recommend!
November 8, 2009
I picked this up because I noticed a green plushie peppermint-tailed kitten for sale near it. Aww! The book itself is a tad average, but throw in the stuffed animal and it would make a cute gift for the holidays.
December 19, 2015
I love this story! Mixing cats, Christmas, adorable illustrations, and happy endings: this book has a very warm, cheerful feel throughout. My Children love to look at the beautiful, colorful pictures and the story held their interest to the very end.
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January 13, 2009HC-Tro
January 16, 2011
Adorable.
December 4, 2019
We've read this book at Christmastime for many years now. It's a really sweet story with simple rhymes, and Mistletoe is so cute with her green and red fur.
December 4, 2011
its about cats! I couldn't resist it. So cute!
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