Polecat Has a Superpower

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Author(s)

Jill Esbaum

Co-Authors / Illustrators

Bob Shea

Publisher

‎ G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers

Genre(s)

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Release Date

July 15, 2025

ISBN

978-0593699997

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A factual (and funny) introduction to the polecat and its awesome, action-packed superpower, from the team that brought you Parrotfish Has a Superpower.

The polecat has a super cool superpower you’d probably never guess. Why? Well, first, he’s usually only awake when the rest of us are sleeping! Second, he is NOT a baby skunk, despite what everyone says, so he can do more than spray his predators. And third, his superpower isn’t something he normally shows to friends. But today he’s happy to show you (and one nervous porcupine) what it is! After we get to know him of course.

Will you be able to guess the superpower? Read this book to find out!

Discover more wacky animal facts in Stinkbird Has a Superpower and Parrotfish Has a Superpower.

Editor review

1 review

Fun Facts about the Polecat

October 14, 2025 (Updated: June 21, 2026)

Overall rating

4.7

Writing Style

5.0

Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)

5.0

Learning Value

4.0

Polecat Has a Superpower is a nice addition to the series about wacky animal facts that include the Parrotfish and the Hoatzin. Readers learn about the spotted skunk, also called a polecat, from the perspective of a polecat talking to his friend porcupine. This fictionalized way of presenting facts about the polecat is an engaging way to hook young readers as they learn all about how a polecat lives and protects itself. The illustrations and tone of the book are cute and fun while learning something new. The true and false section at the back of the book adds to the learning value. This book is perfect for animal lovers, especially if they love thinking about an animal that can have a big stink when needed.