Dinosaurs on Kitten Island

Michael Slack is the author and illustrator of many books for young readers, including Bunny Built, Shorty & Clem, and Elecopter. His art and character design has been featured in books, television, and games. He lives with his family in the Bay Area of California.

Slack’s jokey, cajoling narration adds to the fun of this silly romp. The digitally painted illustrations of round-eyed kitties and toothy cartoon dinos will entice fans of both to read or listen.'Kirkus'A lively story that encourages ambition, tenacity, creative problem-solving, and cuddling.' Publishers Weekly'Textured, motion-focused digital art in mellow tones complements the feisty, big-eyed kitties’ nonstop action. An absurd conceit bolsters a lively story that encourages ambition, tenacity, creative problem-solving, and cuddling.' Publishers Weekly'Slack’s jewel-toned digital art is full of action, onomatopoeic text emanate, and visual puns that are sure to bring out the storytime giggles; especially delightful are the kitties’ mobile litterbox and the dinosaurs hopscotching over hot lava. The clear, conversational text includes plenty of bolding and font size changes to help encourage an active telling and it is sure to result in some listeners choosing to read along.' BCCB‘Young children will enjoy the mishaps and high jinks and perhaps take into consideration the feelings of others when playing. Children will enjoy interpreting the illustrations and bring their own takes to what is unfolding. VERDICT Charming illustrations partner well with a simple story of playtime.’ School Library Journal