If you know any lion or tiger-obsessed little ones who are looking for some cute reads featuring their feline friends, read on to check out our adorable big cat book picks! From a sleepless lion to a young boy who just might conjure up a tiger to get his sister’s attention, this reading list has a title for any young feline fan! Let us know which of these purr-fect reads you can’t wait to curl up with!
Arlo the Lion Who Couldn’t Sleep
by Catherine Rayner
Arlo is a very tired lion, and he’s tried everything to get to sleep. But the grass is too prickly, the trees are too noisy, and his family wriggles awfully too much. Goodness! How is an exhausted lion ever to get a wink of shut-eye? Luckily, owl has a few tricks up her sleeve and Arlo couldn’t be happier to give them a whirl. Perfect for reluctant or troubled sleepers, author-illustrator Catherine Rayner’s breathtakingly beautiful bedtime book has a calming, meditative message of mindfulness and centeredness.
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As hunters approach their home in the jungle, Mother Tiger and her cubs must venture to find a new home away from danger. Together, they explore different homes, but the ones they find aren’t suited for tigers, and some are just downright unwelcoming. But with their mother’s help, they may be able to find one that’s just right. With gentle text and stunning monochromatic illustrations, Jo Weaver reveals the wonder of nature, the excitement of discovery, and the strength of familial bonds.
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Lion vs. Rabbit
by Alex Latimer
Lion bullies all the other animals until finally they can’t take it anymore. They post an ad, asking for help. One animal after another tries and fails to defeat Lion. Can no one stop him? Finally, a rabbit arrives. No one thinks that such a small animal will be brave enough or strong enough to defeat Lion. But perhaps this rabbit is smart enough? This hilariously quirky tale from Alex Latimer features visual puns, wordplay, and an entertaining and unique message about working together to defeat a bully.
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The Snow Lion
by Jim Helmore
illustrated by Richard Jones
After moving to a new home, Caro wishes she had a friend, but she’s too shy to meet the neighborhood kids. With a little imagination, however, Caro finds the Snow Lion. Together, they have all kinds of fun racing, climbing, and playing hide-and-seek. But when the boy next door asks Caro to come play, Caro isn’t so sure. Then, the Snow Lion has an idea! Making new friends isn’t always easy, but it is always worth it in the end. This gorgeously illustrated and gentle story celebrates the joy in making new friends and will appeal to any shy or lonely young reader.
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Tiger in My Soup
by Kashmira Sheth
illustrated by Jeffrey Ebbeler
Sometimes it’s almost impossible to get your big sister to read your favorite book to you. Sometimes you have to go to great lengths even to get her attention! But if you’re really creative and use your imagination, you might just get what you want. Take care, though, not to go too far. Once you conjure up a tiger, there’s no telling where it might lead… Author Kashmira Sheth brings readers a humorous, reading-centered story of the dynamic between a younger brother and older sister, imagination, and tigers!
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