California Young Reader Medal
1997 · Primary · Nominee
About This Book
Chato can''t believe his luck. Not only is he the coolest low-riding cat in East L.A., but his brand-new neighbors are the plumpest, juciest, tastiest-looking family of mice to move into the barrio in a long time. So Chato and his best friend, Novio Boy, get out the pots and pans, the tortillas and the beans--everything you''d need for a welcoming feast, except for the main dish, and the guests of honor. Of course, in Chato''s mind they are one and the same thing.
But the mice are bringing a surprise guest of their own, who may be more than a cool cat can swallow.
But the mice are bringing a surprise guest of their own, who may be more than a cool cat can swallow.
Also available in Spanish as Chato y su cena.
Awards
Pura Belpre Award
1996 · Illustrator · Winner
Americas Award for Children & Young Adult Literature
1995 · Picture Book · Honorable Mention
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