Pola Harrison - Kitty And The Tiger Treasure

Dedication

For Inky, the most mischievous cat in townP. H.

For Helena and her cat crewJ. L.

Contents

Cover

Title Page

Dedication

Meet Kitty & Her Cat Crew

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Super Facts About Cats

Excerpt from Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue

Back Ads

About the Author and Illustrator

Copyright

About the Publisher

Meet Kitty & Her Cat Crew

Kitty

Kitty has special powersbut is she ready to be a superhero just like her mom?

Luckily, Kittys cat crew has faith in her and shows Kitty the hero that lies within.

Pumpkin

A stray ginger kitten who is utterly devoted to Kitty.

Figaro

Wise and kind, Figaro knows the neighborhood like the back of his paw.

Pixie

Pixie has a nose for trouble and whiskers for mischief!

Katsumi

Sleek and sophisticated, Katsumi is quick to call Kitty at the first sign of trouble.

Chapter

1

Kitty sprang from the sofa to the door in a single bound. Stop right there! She pointed her finger at Pumpkin the cat. You wont get away with it this time!

Pumpkin, a roly-poly ginger kitten with black whiskers, scampered out of reach. Cant catch me! he meowed, darting into Kittys bedroom.

Kitty chased after him, giggling. Pumpkin leaped onto the bed and rolled over to let Kitty tickle his fluffy tummy.

Kittys mom came in. What are you two up to? Theres a lot of giggling going on in here.

Were playing Catch the Bandit! Kitty told her. Its a new game we invented, and it helps me improve my superpowers.

I see! Mom smoothed back Kittys dark hair. Im glad youre practicing, but its getting late. Its time to settle down and go to bed.

Kitty climbed under her blanket. I am very sleepy.

Im not surprised! Mom smiled as she tucked Kitty in.

Kitty smiled back. She knew her mom understood how important it was to practice her powers. Kittys family had a special secret. Mom was a real superhero and went out at night to use her catlike abilities to help people. Kitty and her little brother, Max, had the same superpowers as their mom. Kitty could see in the dark and hear noises from far away. She could also balance perfectly and perform amazing somersaults. Best of all, she could talk to animals!

A few weeks before, Kitty had been on her very first nighttime adventure. She had met Pumpkin, who had no place to stay. Kitty was so happy the kitten had come home with her. Now he was part of the family, and he slept on Kittys bed every night.

Dont forget weve got a big day tomorrow, added Mom as she tidied Kittys clothes. Were going to the Hallam City Museum to see the new exhibit. The Golden Tiger statue will be there, along with lots of other ancient treasures.

Kitty sat up in bed again. Is the Golden Tiger really covered with diamonds?

Thats right! And it has large eyes made of emeralds, Mom told her.

I cant wait to see it! cried Kitty.

Im glad youre excited, said Mom, laughing. Sleep well, honey!

Kitty turned on her night-light and snuggled down under the covers. She couldnt wait for tomorrow. The new treasures at the museum were supposed to be amazing. The Golden Tiger statue was decorated with dozens of jewels. Kitty couldnt wait to see them all winking and glittering!

Pumpkin padded across the bed and flopped down beside her. His eyes shined in the dim light, and his fur was velvety soft against Kittys arm. Kitty sighed and closed her eyes. Pictures of imaginary treasure floated around in her head.

Pumpkin wriggled. Kitty, are you asleep? he whispered.

Kittys eyes opened. Not yet! Whats wrong, Pumpkin?

The kittens whiskers twitched. Whats the Golden Tiger statue like? Is it enormous?

It looks small in the pictures. Its probably no bigger than you! Kitty smiled.

Then why is it so special? asked Pumpkin.

Mom says it was buried in an ancient tomb for thousands of years before archaeologists found it. Its made of gold and covered in diamonds. The tigers eyes are made from sparkling emeralds.

It must be valuable, then. Pumpkin snuggled against Kittys shoulder.

Its priceless! Kitty told him. And it could be magical, too. The legend says that the Golden Tiger listens to your hearts desire, and if you touch its paw, it will grant your greatest wish.

Pumpkins eyes widened.

Dad told me all about it, continued Kitty. Lots of people have had good luck after seeing the statue, but theres a curse, too. If a bad person does something to make the statue angry, it will conjure up ghostly spirits to seek revenge!

Pumpkin shivered. Oohspooky!

I hope I can get close enough to see it tomorrow. The exhibit is opening for the first time, so I think the museum will be crowded.

I wish I could come with you! said Pumpkin. Are cats allowed to visit?

Kitty shook her head. I dont think so. She lay quietly for a moment. Then she sat up so suddenly that she nearly knocked Pumpkin off the bed. Ive got a great idea! If we visit the museum tonight, then youll be able to see everything and there will be no crowds at all. Well have the whole place to ourselves!

Pumpkins nose twitched. But . . . is the museum very scary?

Its full of interesting things. We can look at them together. Kitty tickled Pumpkin under the chin. She knew the kitten got nervous about new things and new places. After all, hed been all alone before he met Kitty. Dont you think it would be fun to have a new adventure?

Pumpkin nodded slowly. I like the sound of the statue with the diamonds and emeralds. Jewels are so sparkly, arent they?

Kitty nodded, pushed back the covers, and jumped out of bed. We should go right now! The museum is only ten minutes away, and I can use my superpowers to find a way across the rooftops.

Pumpkin sprang onto the window seat and pushed back the curtain with his nose.

A crescent moon shined brightly, and light poured into the room. Kitty felt excitement bubble inside her. She gazed at the roofs of the houses all laid out in long rows. She could see a way through the chimneys as if it was a secret path only she knew!

Pumpkin twitched his nose again. I just hope it doesnt rain.

If it does, Im sure well find somewhere to shelter. Kitty took out her superhero clothes and tied on her black cape and cat tail. Finally she added her cat ears and looked in the mirror. Dressed in her cat costume, she felt like a real superhero! Her powers lit up inside her like the moon coming out from behind a cloud.

When she opened the window, the night wind blew in and the curtains flapped. Kitty climbed onto the ledge, her heart skipping. Going out to see the museums treasures was exciting, and also a tiny bit scary. Are you ready, Pumpkin? Its time to start our next adventure!

Chapter

2

Kitty climbed from the window ledge to the roof and ran lightly along the rooftop. The stars shimmered like diamonds in the evening sky. Kitty breathed deeply. On a magical night, with the moon shining brightly, her superpowers felt stronger than ever. She turned a cartwheel, feeling her powers tingling through her body.

Do you know the way to the museum, Kitty? asked Pumpkin, climbing up beside her.

Kitty looked over the rooftops, her special night vision sharpening. Yes, Im sure I do. Look, there it is, on Crown Street. She pointed to a tall building made of pale stone. It had a domed roof and huge columns on each side of the front door.

Pumpkin and Kitty ran along the roof and around a chimney. Kittys cape flew out behind her as she leaped from one house to the next. The wind swirled around, making the trees sway, and the shadows of the branches danced in the moonlight.