The Siamese Kittens and the Breadcrumbs (Paperback) by and

“In no time at all, the kittens began sniffing around and jumping all over the Quinns. Despite the drive, the kittens began to feel that they would enjoy their new home after all.”

It is a windy day when Mr. Quinn brings the three siamese kittens – Siam, Ko-ko and Java – to his country house on the outskirts of Dublin. There, the kittens meet Chai, a wise cat who has lived with the Quinns for years. Chai takes the kittens under his wing and teaches them the importance of trust, even when things do not seem to be going to plan.

Ages 5 - 8 | These delightful stories with subtle Christian metaphors are perfect for children learning to read on their own who want to discover the character of God. Michael Haykin's three books follow kittens Siam, Ko-Ko and Java as they join the Quinn household in Ireland.

Selected endorsements:

"Your newly independent reader will love seeing the world through the eyes of these three sweet and curious kittens. These are an adorable delight!"

Korrie Johnson, blogger and reviewer over at Good Book Mom

"Michael Haykin's trilogy is a fabulous new addition to children's literature. These heart-warming tales are sure to become firm family favourites to share over and over again."

Andrew Clark, Deputy of Chorley St James C.E Primary School

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Title

The Siamese Kittens and the Breadcrumbs
Author(s)

Michael A G Haykin and Chris Iliff
Series

Siamese Kittens
ISBN

9781916669031
Format

Paperback
Publisher

Reformation Lightning
Age Range

4-7s
Audience

Children
Pages

48
Published

04/09/2023

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Michael A G Haykin

Born in England of Irish and Kurdish parents, Michael A.G. Haykin serves as professor of church history & biblical spirituality. Haykin has a B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Toronto (1974), a Master of Religion from Wycliffe College, the University of Toronto (1977), and a Th.D. in Church History from Wycliffe College and the University of Toronto (1982). Haykin and his wife, Alison, have two grown children: Victoria and Nigel.

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Overall rating

4.5 based on 10 reviews

Summer reading challenge

I liked it so much. The cats are sweet and I think some of the story made me laugh. They have the crunchy crumbs. - Simeon (aged 6)

Charlotte

I really like that the Siamese kittens were being detectives to find the breadcrumbs by Phoebe age 7.

Jo

I liked it when the kittens met the older cat Chai. It was a lovely read Elspeth, aged 6

Stephanie

Funny kittens (Reading Challenge 2024)

I liked how the kitten was cheeky by pushing the books off. My big brother liked the kitten pretending to be a tiger. - Ezra

Anna

Summer reading challenge 2024 (Lydia age 8)

I really liked this book because it was interesting. I liked the kittens and each of their characters in the story.

Elizabeth

Amazing story.

I would recommend this book. It’s a short story with cute pictures which are fun to look at. Hollie - Aged 9

Samantha

(Summer Reading Challenge 2024)

I would definitely recommend this book to my best friend; he actually has a cat as a pet! I really like books so I liked it when Ko-ko went in the library.

Rachel

Summer Reading Challenge EGT

I liked the book because it introduces you to a cat named Chai who has been with a family for 12 years. Also there were 3 kittens named Ko-ko,Siam and Java they were Siamese cats. I loved this book!

The Siamese Kittens Series

These books are just so wholesome and sweet! With adorably cheeky kittens, precious stories, beautiful illustrations, and messages of friendship, trust and caring for others, they’re perfect for early readers and will bless the whole family.

While these books have subtle Christian themes, there is a scripture at the end of each story which ties in perfectly and adds a beautifully balanced faith element.

While the suggested ages are 5-8, my 9 year old consumed all three books in an afternoon, and gushed about them to her little sisters, whom she ended up re-reading them to again.

Renee Emerson, blossomingthroughbooks

The Siamese Kittens and the Breadcrumbs

I so love the heart behind Reformation Lightning. What a gift they are to parents who want good quality, wholesome children’s books, that feel mainstream, but align with Christian values.

These three books aren’t overtly Christian in their plot, which I like about them, but they do end with a bible verse which is linked to the theme of the story, such as hospitality.

We found them to be fun, warm, unputdownable little books. I’d like to say we savoured them, but my son insisted we read them in one sitting. He was hooked. 🙌

Independent reading books for those early on in reading that are not only engaging and have a good plot, but also wholesome, are particularly difficult to find, so these three were such a gift! 👏

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