What could happen to a city cat that gets stranded in the wilderness? Follow cute cat Casper's unusual journey in The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa: Book 1 – The Pangolins, written by award-winning filmmaker Jennifer Ussi. Enter to win a copy of book one or a complete set of the first four books in the series!
My Review:
As the first installment of the illustrated chapter book series The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, The Pangolins gets us acquainted and even to fall in love with the title character through a fantastic, fun-filled tale about kindness, friendship, courage and conservation.
After helping two abandoned kittens find their new home, Casper falls asleep in a stranger's car, which leaves her alone in the middle of the big bush of Africa. What should she do to stay safe? How can she find her way back home? Maybe her new scaly friend Junior Pangolin can help. But first, she must help him rescue his family from the evil poachers!
Written in simple but descriptive and humorous language, the narrative keeps young readers engaged from beginning to end. Along with Casper, they make encounters with various wild animals in Africa, such as the endangered pangolins, the bat-eared fox and the grey go-away bird, learning about their favorite food and special skills.
Both Casper and Junior Pangolin are lovable characters. Casper is curious, courageous, creative, always ready to help others and armed with strong problem-solving skills. Junior Pangolin is friendly, funny, trustworthy, and willing to share. The duo's rescue mission not only demonstrates the power of teamwork, but also raises awareness about the problem of poaching, urging us to take action to help protect African wildlife from illegal hunting.
All the adorable animals that appear in the story are animated by full-color illustrations, which show what they look like, their personalities, and key scenes as described in the narrative. The book concludes with additional fun facts about the wild animals featured in the story and a sneak peak at the next book in the series.
Easy to follow and fun to read, The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa: Book 1 – The Pangolins is sure to delight young animal fiction lovers. It makes an excellent pick for readers who are making the transition from picture books to chapter books.
About the Book:
Ages: 6-10 | 56 Pages
Publisher: Little Boola Books (2024) | ISBN: 978-1-923356-01-6
Book 1 in The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa introduces Casper, a curious, city-smart cat who suddenly finds herself lost in the wild African bush, far from everything she’s ever known.
Terrified of the bugs, the dark, and the strange sounds all around her, Casper is sure the wilderness is no place for a little cat like her until she meets a shy, scale-covered creature called a pangolin. As she learns to see the world through new eyes, Casper discovers the power of trust, the meaning of courage, and why protecting vulnerable creatures like pangolins matters more than she ever imagined.
Perfect for readers ages 5–10, The Pangolins is a beautifully illustrated chapter book filled with:
- A fun, heartwarming animal adventure
- Gentle themes of friendship, bravery, and conservation
- Fascinating facts about pangolins woven into the story
Written by award-winning filmmaker Jennifer Ussi and illustrated by Lekshmi Bose, this 5,000-word debut in the Casper series brings the magic of African wildlife to life while inspiring young readers to be curious, compassionate, and kind.
Purchase links: Amazon | Barnes and Noble | Bookshop.org
About the Author:
Jennifer Ussi is an award-winning filmmaker, educator, and storyteller, traveling Africa in her ancient campervan with her husband, her camera, and an insatiable appetite for telling stories. Inspired by Africa’s wildlife and countless stories of wandering cats, she created The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, a children’s book series blending humour, adventure, and, especially, wildlife conservation. Jennifer’s work reflects her passion for wildlife, storytelling, and inspiring young readers to care about conservation.
Discover more from the author at www.littleboolabooks.com.
One Grand Prize winner will receive a complete paperback set of the first four books in The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa series!
Ten additional winners will each receive a paperback copy of The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins!
Giveaway ends 12/5. Open to US, UK, Canada and Australia. Please enter via the form below. Good luck!
The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins: Book GiveawayDisclosure: This post is sponsored by Jennifer Ussi. All views and opinions expressed are my own. icefairy's Treasure Chest is not responsible for winner selection or prize fulfillment.
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