One wintry morning, Lucy wakes to find Kitty Corner covered in a blanket of sparkling snow. Her excitement and delight soon turns to dismay as she thinks of her beloved cat colony out in the freezing cold. Can the kittens and old cats keep warm out in the forest? Will the cats find dangerous places to shelter from the cold? As the Kitty Corner gang put a plan together to provide a warm and dry solution for the cats, another obstacle arises. Can Lucy and her friends help the cats despite the enormous challenges they face?
A Chilly Challenge is the fifth book in The Adventures of Kitty Corner series. Set in sunny Spain, the series follows Lucy's growing confidence as she navigates new friendships and learns the importance of compassion and courage.
Written especially for emerging readers aged 7 to 9, this early chapter book features short chapters, accessible vocabulary, and engaging storytelling, making it ideal for independent reading, classroom use, and library collections.
Reading level: Early chapter book
Age range: 7-9 years
Themes: friendship, courage, animals, belonging
Series: The Adventures of Kitty Corner (Book 5)