Jarrett Lerner

It is officially bath time, but Nat the Cat has other plans. Getting this grumpy feline into the tub is proving to be an impossible task. First, Nat insists that he simply cannot take a bath without his toys. Then, he refuses to get in unless there are plenty of bubbles. Next, he absolutely must have a towel ready to go. The narrator is trying their best to keep the story moving, but Nat keeps coming up with wild excuse after wild excuse. Is Nat just being stubborn, or is he hiding a secret fear of the water? Perfect for new readers, this hilarious, fourth-wall-breaking story will have you giggling as the frustrated narrator tries everything to get one very resistant cat to finally wash up.

Nat the Cat just wants to do one simple thing: take a nice, quiet nap. But getting some rest is completely impossible when the narrator of the book refuses to stop talking! Every time Nat closes his eyes, he is rudely interrupted. To make matters worse, Pat the Rat has shown up to join in on the noisy chaos. This incredibly silly, fourth-wall-breaking story features a grumpy feline who just wants a little peace and quiet, and a narrator who keeps turning Nat's own words upside down and inside out. Packed with clever wordplay and laugh-out-loud funny illustrations, this early reader will have kids giggling as they watch poor Nat's naptime turn into an absolute disaster.

Nat the Cat has just made an amazing discovery: a real treasure map! Like any good adventurer, Nat absolutely loves treasure and cannot wait to track down the hidden prize. But there is a problem. His curious friend, Pat the Rat, loves treasure just as much, and he wants in on the fun. Nat is feeling greedy and definitely does not want Pat getting his paws on the shiny loot. As they bicker over the map, they start to notice that there is something incredibly funny and strange about the directions they are following. What exactly is waiting for them at the end of this hunt? This hilarious early reader is packed with funny banter, fourth-wall breaks, and a surprise ending that will make kids laugh out loud.

Nat the Cat is feeling pretty good about his brand-new hat. It fits perfectly, and he thinks he looks great. That is, until his friend Pat the Rat walks by wearing an even nicer, much cooler hat! Suddenly, Nat is feeling incredibly jealous. He does not just want his old hat anymore; he wants a spectacular hat exactly like Pat’s! As Nat’s envy grows, the two friends are on the verge of a very silly argument. Can Nat learn to be happy with what he has, or will a simple piece of clothing ruin their friendship? With its signature fourth-wall-breaking humor and exasperated narrator, this laugh-out-loud story perfectly captures the tricky emotions of jealousy and learning to share.

Nat the Cat and his buddy Pat the Rat are out for a stroll when they spot something totally bizarre. It is a strange, mysterious thing sitting right in front of them, and it is covered in a thick layer of dust! Neither of them has any idea what this dusty object could be, but they are determined to solve the puzzle. Nat and Pat will have to put their heads together, gather clues, and figure out exactly what they have discovered. With fast-paced action, bold two-color illustrations, and hilarious dialogue, this early chapter book is perfect for kids who are ready to move beyond beginner readers. Join Nat and Pat as they crack the case in a funny, confidence-building adventure!