Review Detail

What I liked:
Inspired by a true story, Tibbles the Cat explains the dangers of introducing non-native plants and animals to other parts of the world. It all begins in 1894 with Tibbles, an English cat that moves far away to Stephens Island with its owner. Over there, everything is new and wild, and the small animals are excited to hunt, bringing treasures. At first, David Lyall was very excited, as he is an ornithologist and shares his discoveries with the English scientific community. But they all understand that the little cat represents a danger to the native birds. A great way to share this topic with younger readers as they learn about native and non-native animals and their effects on the local ecosystem.
The vintage-inspired illustrations are truly mesmerizing!
Final Verdict:
Cute vintage-style art and an important story. This book reminds readers how non-native species can impact an environment—a severe subject presented lightly.
It is a great non-fiction book for young readers.