Pete the Cat's Mars Mission (I Can Read Level 1)
Pete the Cat: I Can Read! Series
What’s inside...
In this Level 1 early reader, Pete the Cat blasts off on a playful journey that blends imagination with basic space facts. A classroom lesson about the red planet sparks Pete’s curiosity. Before long, he and his friends are suiting up, counting down, and rocketing toward Mars—learning about gravity, rovers, and teamwork along the way. The story keeps sentences short and vocabulary controlled, while James Dean’s trademark art provides visual cues that help new readers follow each step of the adventure.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Character compass
Pete The Cat
Callie
Discussion points
Why did Pete want to visit Mars?
How did imagination help the friends learn?
What was the most important thing Pete’s crew did together?
Tip: Role play these questions
Pause on each ‘space fact’ page and ask your child to explain it in their own words.
Act out the low-gravity hops together to connect movement with comprehension.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity drives learning.
Explanation: Pete’s questions launch the entire adventure.
Real-World Application: Ask questions about new topics at school or home.
Example Lesson: Teamwork makes big goals possible.
Explanation: The friends plan, build, and explore together.
Real-World Application: Work with classmates on group projects politely and fairly.
Example Lesson: Imagination is a powerful tool.
Explanation: A cardboard rocket becomes a vehicle for discovery.
Real-World Application: Use pretend play to explore ideas before doing real research.
Example Lesson: Perseverance beats small setbacks.
Explanation: Pete keeps practicing countdowns until everyone gets it right.
Real-World Application: Keep trying when a task feels hard, like tying shoes.