Pete the Kitty and the Three Bears

Join Pete the Kitty as he visits the three bears in this I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling team Kimberly and James Dean.

Once upon a time, there was a kitty named Pete who came upon a house in the forest. He goes in, eats pizza, plays guitar, and falls asleep. But what happens when three bears come home?

Beginner readers will love this new Pete-tastic spin on the beloved fairy tale Goldilocks and the Three Bears!

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.

What makes this fairy tale just right for your new reader?

• A Classic Tale with a Twist: Join Pete the Kitty in a funny, friendly version of Goldilocks, complete with pizza and guitars instead of porridge and chairs!
• Social Emotional Learning: A gentle story about making a mistake, saying "I’m sorry," and the power of forgiveness.
• Perfect for Beginner Readers: Part of the My First I Can Read series, this book uses simple language, sight words, and repetition to help build reading confidence.
• A Sweet Friendship Story: Instead of running away, Pete and Baby Bear become friends and rock out together in a happy, reassuring ending.

This tale from the Dean team contains illustrations and colors similar to other “Pete the Cat” books and even incorporates various words in the style of Pete, such as ­dynamite and out-of-sight. Young readers can enjoy the story as a simple read aloud or a shared reading experience with a caregiver.  - School Library Journal