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I Like Little Pussy

Quick Answer

A gentle rhyme about being kind to a little cat—playing softly, not pulling tails, and treating animals with care. Sweet and simple for bedtime values.

Why This Story Works for Bedtime

It’s calm and affectionate, and it reinforces a bedtime-friendly value: gentleness. Great as a short closing verse after a longer story.

Story at a Glance

RECOMMENDED AGES

2-6 years

READING TIME

1 min

THEMES
kindnesskindnessempathyrespectgentleempathyrespectfriendshipfriendshipgentle
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Story Synopsis

I Like Little Pussy is a brief nursery rhyme celebrating gentle treatment of animals. It describes a warm cat and a promise not to hurt her—no pulling tails, no chasing, only careful play. At bedtime, it’s a soft reminder that kindness can be quiet and everyday.

Story Excerpt

I like little Pussy, her coat is so warm, And if I don't hurt her she'll do me no harm; So I'll not pull her tail, nor drive her away, But Pussy and I very gently will play.

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In One Glance

I Like Little Pussy is a short traditional rhyme about playing gently with a cat and not hurting animals. Its calm tone makes it a simple bedtime verse about kindness.

Frequently Asked Questions

A child promises to treat a cat gently and play kindly.

Ages 0–6.

Yes—short, warm, and affectionate.

Ask: “How do we show gentle hands?” and practice a soft petting motion.