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Mentioned in 8 episodes
The Cat in the Hat
Book • 1957
The story follows the Cat in the Hat, a tall anthropomorphic cat in a red and white-striped top hat and a red bow tie, who visits two children, Sally and her brother, on a rainy day when their mother is away.
Despite the objections of their pet fish, the Cat shows the children various tricks and introduces his companions, Thing One and Thing Two, causing chaos in the house.
However, just before the mother returns, the Cat cleans up the mess using a machine.
The book is known for its simple vocabulary, basic rhyme, and colorful illustrations, making it a favorite among children and parents alike.
Despite the objections of their pet fish, the Cat shows the children various tricks and introduces his companions, Thing One and Thing Two, causing chaos in the house.
However, just before the mother returns, the Cat cleans up the mess using a machine.
The book is known for its simple vocabulary, basic rhyme, and colorful illustrations, making it a favorite among children and parents alike.
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Mentioned in 8 episodes
Mentioned by 
Sarah Wilson while describing the interconnectedness of collapsing systems, using a Dr. Seuss-like analogy.
Sarah Wilson while describing the interconnectedness of collapsing systems, using a Dr. Seuss-like analogy.
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Mentioned by Anne Carroll Moore as one of the most checked-out books in the NYPL.
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Mentioned by Shauna as one of Dr. Seuss's famous books.
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Mentioned as the author of "The Cat in the Hat", a children's book released on March 12, 1957.
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Mentioned by Doug in the trivia segment, referencing its release date in 1957.
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Mentioned as one of the 10 most checked out books in the history of the New York Public Library.
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Mentioned by 
Aisha Roscoe and 
Barrie Hardymon , sparking a discussion about the emotional impact of children's literature and the potential for books to cause discomfort.
Aisha Roscoe and Barrie Hardymon , sparking a discussion about the emotional impact of children's literature and the potential for books to cause discomfort.
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Mentioned by Dean Sluyter as a book that sparked his love for reading and as a parallel to spiritual journeys.
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Mentioned by Priscilla Gilman as an author whose books her father loved to read to her and her sister.
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Mentioned during a book trivia round about The Cat in the Hat.
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