Since we’re in the festive, it’s only right that we take a look at one of our favorite Splat the Cat shenanigans in a cozy Winter special: Merry Christmas Splat!
If you visit the children’s section of any bookstore or library in America today, you’ll see a fuzzy black cat named Splat. The original Splat the Cat book came out in 2008. It swiftly rose to the top of the charts with eight additional books in the original series. And over a dozen more companion books in what is now an entire Splat universe. The character might look like he just took a tumble in your dryer, but it’s all part of his charm.
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Merry Christmas, Splat- Rob Scotton
Reading Age: 4 – 8
From bestselling author comes a wonderful installment in the Splat the Cat series.
Full Official Synopsis For Merry Christmas, Splat!
It’s the night before Christmas, and Splat wonders if he’s been a good enough cat this year to deserve a really big present. Just to make sure, he offers some last-minute help to his mom, and in typical Splat fashion, he messes up completely! That night Splat stays awake hoping to see Santa Claus. But when Splat misses him, he’s sure his Christmas is ruined along with his hopes for a really big present.
Scaredy Cat, Splat Read Aloud
About The Author
Rob Scotten is the bestselling author and illustrator of the Splat the Cat series as well as Russell the Sheep. His whimsical work also appears on greetings cards, ceramics, textiles and stationary. He was nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal; a British annual award to children’s book illustrators whose artwork creates outstanding reading experiences. Aside from his degree from De Montford University, little is known about Scotton. His twitter is inactive and the author illustrator doesn’t seem to use any other social media.
All we really need to know about Rob is that his books bring a huge amount of fun to our lives, and his illustrations have a magical, almost Christmas-like sense of wonder to them. We hope that Rob continues to gift us many more Splat the Cat books!
View Rob Scotton’s website here.
Our Review
This wonderful book follows our furry friend Splat the Cat as he writes a letter to Santa. He wants a biiiig present and promised that he has been good. Then he starts thinking that maybe he actually wasn’t that good and sets out to set his record straight. He helps his mom wash already-clean dishes, decorates an already-decorated Christmas tree… and well… does more harm than good.
As with all Splat the Cat books, there’s something so endlessly lovable about Splat. He’s a little messy, clumsy, but oh so lovable! And he tries, he really does!
The illustrations fit the vibe of Christmas perfectly. It’s colorful and cozy without being too garish or too mild to be attractive to kids. There is the perfect balance of color and theme, and seeing Splat do all of his ‘chores’ is so heartwarming!
Splat definitely deserves the biggest present!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What age is Splat the Cat for?
A: Splat the Cat is for ages 4- 8 years.
Q: Who are the characters in Splat the Cat?
A: Splat the Cat lives with his dad, mom, Little Sis, and Splat’s best mouse friend, Seymour! Splat’s other friends Spike and Plank also make frequent appearances.
Q: How many books are in the Splat the Cat series?
There are tons of Splat the Cat adventures! Check out the Splat the Cat series in order below!
1 Splat The Cat | 2 Love, Splat | 3 Merry Christmas, Splat |
4 Scaredy-Cat, Splat | 5 Splish, Splash, Splat | 6 Secret Agent Splat |
7 Splat Says Thank You | 8 Splat And The Cool School Trip | 9 Splat And The New Baby |
