Pete the Kitty's Outdoor Art Project

by Kimberly Dean, James Dean (Illustrator)

Join Pete the Kitty as he gets creative in this I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling team Kimberly and James Dean. Pete the Kitty loves art class. But when the project is to go outside and make art from nature, Pete isn’t sure what to create. Then inspiration strikes and Pete realizes that nature art is cooler than he ever imagined! Beginner readers will love creating nature art with Pete! This My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers. The active, engaging My First I Can Read stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.

Genres: Art, Picture Books, Childrens, Nature, Animals

32 pages, Paperback

Published March 14, 2023

Reviews

[Lorellie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This put Tot and I up to the idea of making some leaf art. Great lesson about trying new things and excellent for learning sight words.

[Meg Box · Rating 5 out of 5]

10/10 when does Pete not slap

[Mandi · Rating 4 out of 5]

A simple story for younger aged kids that would be great to read before going outside & making art with nature 😊🍂

[Fatima Seraj Alam · Rating 4 out of 5]

While this book is geared at emergent readers with word repetition and simple sentence structure ; I liked the fact that it talked about being inspired and creating art.

[Audrey George · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great first read for my nanny kiddo, the plot made sense, and the protagonist has a great arc where he doubts that art can be made outside, but his friends change his mind.

[Jessica DeWitt · Rating 4 out of 5]

I relate to Pete the Kitty in this story because I, too, was always resentful and hesitant anytime teachers tried to get us to do anything hands on and/or out of the usual school routine. It's nice that the other kids are into the idea of going outside to create art out of things they find in nature, which leads Pete to slowly get on board with the activity. My daughter is starting outdoor preschool later this year, so we enjoyed chatting about how she will probably do outdoor art projects in the fall.

[Alicia French · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an early reader so it's no literary masterpiece. However, it's a great simple story that can easily lead in to an activity for preschoolers or early elementary students. It includes bigger topics like dealing with disappointment, having an open mind, and getting creative. In the end the students all make art projects out of items they find in nature making it a great transition to do the same with your own kids.

[Peacegal · Rating 4 out of 5]

A stronger entry into the Pete the Kitty easy reader series, this relatable little story shows Pete exploring new horizons when his art class does something he's unfamiliar with--collecting natural objects outdoors to create an art project. Pete learns that by giving something new a chance, he can be creative in unexpected ways.

[Shelbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm a huge Pete the Cat fan, and this one did not disappoint. I love that it has a strong message about finding and creating art out of unconventional pieces. I love how it has the message to give new activities a chance when you haven't tried them yet. I love that all the "kids" created different, unique pieces. I love the message about the importance of art in life.

[AMY · Rating 3 out of 5]

This Pete the Kitty adventure features an art project at school that involves using natural items to create works of art. Pete and his friends enjoy a different way to express their creativity. Pete fans will enjoy this one. Recommended for Grades K-1.

[Ernest Fleming · Rating 4 out of 5]

How one should look at art.

[Tammy Conatser · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a cute story for beginners to teach children to think outside the box even for basic necessities... they are cute characters experiencing basic day to day activities

[Villain E · Rating 3 out of 5]

An early reader. Pete the Kitty doesn't undrstand how one can make art outdoors, but learns.

[Melenia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not my favorite

[William · Rating 3 out of 5]

Decent read

[Kim Hampton · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series!

[kim · Rating 3 out of 5]

finally a Pete book that didn't make me want to poke my eyes out

[Catherine Petrini · Rating 5 out of 5]

This one was a big hit with the preschoolers at the bookstore storytime.

[Hannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

love this, will be absolutely perfect for a nature art story time or the color our world SRC theme this year.

[Lynn Davidson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pete the Kitty and his classmates are taken outside to gather things from nature for an art project. Pete learns that there are many artsy things that can be made from nature.

[zhanghao · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nature is the best artist

[Bri · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's nice for kids 6 and under.