Minou: Le chat qui pue (French), by T. Marrama
When Alain discovers a stray cat behind his house, he's drawn to its friendly personality and obvious need for attention. He and the cat form an immediate bond and Alain wants to keep it as a pet. But there's a hitch in this plan - the affectionate kitty has an unpleasant problem and Alain's parents aren't thrilled with the idea of keeping him. Join Alain as he pursues a mission to make his new feline friend a welcome member of the household.
Approximately 4,000 total words. Approximately 230 unique words
Level 1, for readers of all ages