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My name is Skippito Friskito. I fear not a single bandito. My manners are mellow, I'm sweet like the Jell-O, I get the job done, yes indeed-o. Skippyjon Jones is no ordinary kitten. Oh, no. . . .He's actually El Skippito, a great sword-fighter ready to battle banditos the... read more

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Skippyjon Jones Story and Illustrations by Judy Schachner 2-4 Fantasy
A Siamese cat with a great desire for fun and adventure feels he can be anything but a Siamese cat.
Illustrations are bright and detailed. The mood is exciting and fun. There are both English and Spanish... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)

Skippyjon Jones Story and Illustrations by Judy Schachner 2-4 Fantasy
A Siamese cat with a great desire for fun and adventure feels he can be anything but a Siamese cat.
Illustrations are bright and detailed. The mood is exciting and fun. There are both English and Spanish words.
Uses for the book: Read aloud and to encourage reading and learning Spanish words

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  • “" Holy Guacamole!"”
    Skippyjon Jones
  • “Then, using his very best Spanish accent, he said," My ears are too beeg for my head. My head ees too beeg for my body. I am not a Siamese cat...I AM A CHIHUAHUA!"”
    Chihuahua
  • “Oh, I'm Skippyjonjones, With a mind of my own, And I'll bounce on my bed for hours. I know I'm a cat, But forget about that . . .”
    Skippyjon Jones

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Every morning, Skippyjon Jones woke up with the birds.

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This is book 1 of 11 in Skippyjon Jones. (standard series)

Followed by Skippyjon Jones in the Doghouse.

This is book 366 of 985 in 1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up. (authoritative list)

Authors & Contributors edit see section history

  1. Judith Byron Schachner (Author)

Other Contributors:

  1. Heather Wood (Designer)

First Edition edit see section history

Original Language: English
Publisher: Dutton Children's Books
Country: United States
Publication Date: 2003
ISBN: 0525471340
Page Count: 32

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Reading Level: Ages 4-8

Very fun read-aloud.

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  • Class Action
  • Lost in Spice
  • Skippyjon Jones and the Big Bones
  • Skippyjon Jones in Mummy Trouble
  • The Great Bean Caper
  • Skippyjon Jones in the Doghouse
  • A Surprise for Mama

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