# Tabby McTat: 1

The Tabby McTat children’s book series, from the creators of The Gruffalo, begins with a street-singing cat and his beloved busker, Fred. Tabby McTat’s happy life of music and friendship is upended when Fred chases after a thief, leaving the cat alone in a bustling city. The first volume follows Tabby McTat as he searches for Fred, encountering new cats and finding unexpected kindness along the way.

Julia Donaldson’s bouncy, read-aloud rhyming text and Axel Scheffler’s warm, detailed illustrations define this picture book series. Themes of loyalty, community, and the meaning of home weave through the story, offering young readers a gentle tale of love and reunion. Cat enthusiasts and nursery-rhyme fans will find a comforting read in Tabby McTat’s adventures and the heartfelt bond between a cat and his person.

## Books in this series (1)

- Vol. 1 — [Tabby McTat](https://mybookbandits.com/books/9781407170701) (ISBN 9781407170701)

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