Pete the Kitty's Outdoor Art Project

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.

What happens when art class goes outside?

• Art From Nature: Pete discovers that cool art can be made from leaves, sticks, and flowers.
• Trying New Things: A gentle story that encourages kids to step outside their comfort zone when Pete feels unsure about the new project.
• A Beloved Character: Join the super groovy Pete the Kitty as he learns a fun new way to be creative.
• Perfect for Early Readers: Uses simple language, sight words, and word repetition to help build reading confidence.

A simple yet cohesive story with the ­vibrant and appealing illustrations readers have come to expect from the franchise. A recommended purchase for all early reader collections. - School Library Journal