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K-3I Can Read Book series.
When cat Pete's mom is the substitute teacher (surprise!), the usual routine is upended. Attempts to find the art room misfire; at lunchtime, the class finds itself on the playground. Pete takes it all in stride: "Let's have a picnic." The slight but nicely circular story concludes with an art-y surprise for Mrs. Cat. Loosely rendered, laid-back illustrations help support new readers.