The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with Jennifer Ussi and The Children’s Book Review.
Adventure, empathy, and African wildlife come to life in Jennifer Ussi’s The Pangolins, the first installment of The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa.
Casper may be a clever city cat, but nothing has prepared her for the moment she finds herself truly lost in the wide African bush — surrounded by strange sounds, crawling bugs, and a sweeping dark she has never known. Convinced the wilderness is no place for a little cat like her, Casper clings to fear until she meets a gentle, scale-covered pangolin who changes everything. Through their unlikely friendship, she begins to see the world with new eyes — learning what trust looks like, discovering courage she didn’t know she had, and realizing why protecting vulnerable creatures matters more than she ever imagined.
Award-winning filmmaker turned author Jennifer Ussi’s writing strikes an excellent balance between storytelling and education, breaking the narrative into manageable chapters perfect for emerging readers.
—The Children’s Book Review
Readers who join us on this virtual book tour will have the chance to win one of 10 paperback copies of The Pangolins, the first book in The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa. One grand prize winner will also receive a complete paperback set of the first four books in the series, perfect for young animal-lovers and chapter-book readers. Don’t miss your chance to bring Casper’s adventures, and her message of courage, friendship, and conservation, to your home or classroom! Enter below for your chance to win.
The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins Virtual Tour Dates
| Wednesday, November 5, 2025 The Children’s Book Review Book Review and Instagram Post about The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins |
| Thursday, November 6, 2025 The Starlit Path Book Review and Instagram Post about The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins |
| Monday, November 10, 2025 Crafty Moms Share Book Review of The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins |
| Tuesday, November 11, 2025 Lisa’s Reading Book Spotlight on The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins |
| Thursday, November 13, 2025 icefairy’s Treasure Chest Book Review of The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins |
| Friday, November 14, 2025 Deliciously Savvy Book Review of The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins |
| Monday, November 17, 2025 Country Mamas With Kids Book Review of The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins |
| Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Me Two Books Author Interview with Jennifer Ussi |
| Thursday, November 20, 2025 Froggy Read Teach Instagram Post about The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins |
| Friday, November 21, 2025 Q&As with Deborah Kalb Author Interview with Jennifer Ussi |
| Monday, December 1, 2025 @nissa_the.bookworm Instagram Post about The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins |
| Tuesday, December 2, 2025 @meghenslittlelibrary Instagram Post about The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins |
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The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins Book Giveaway
The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins: Book GiveawayAbout the Book
The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa: Book 1
Written by Jennifer Ussi
Illustrated by Lekshmi Bose
Ages: 6-10 | 56 Pages
Publisher: Little Boola Books (2024) | ISBN: 978-1-923356-01-6
Publisher’s Book Summary: Book 1 in The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa introduces Casper, a curious, city-smart cat who suddenly finds herself lost in the wild African bush, far from everything she’s ever known.
Terrified of the bugs, the dark, and the strange sounds all around her, Casper is sure the wilderness is no place for a little cat like her until she meets a shy, scale-covered creature called a pangolin. As she learns to see the world through new eyes, Casper discovers the power of trust, the meaning of courage, and why protecting vulnerable creatures like pangolins matters more than she ever imagined.
Perfect for readers ages 5–10, The Pangolins is a beautifully illustrated chapter book filled with:
- A fun, heartwarming animal adventure
- Gentle themes of friendship, bravery, and conservation
- Fascinating facts about pangolins woven into the story
Written by award-winning filmmaker Jennifer Ussi and illustrated by Lekshmi Bose, this 5,000-word debut in the Casper series brings the magic of African wildlife to life while inspiring young readers to be curious, compassionate, and kind.
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About the Author
Jennifer Ussi is an award-winning filmmaker, educator, and storyteller, traveling Africa in her ancient campervan with her husband, her camera, and an insatiable appetite for telling stories. Inspired by Africa’s wildlife and countless stories of wandering cats, she created The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, a children’s book series blending humour, adventure, and, especially, wildlife conservation. Jennifer’s work reflects her passion for wildlife, storytelling, and inspiring young readers to care about conservation.
Discover more from the author at www.littleboolabooks.com.
Thanks for following along with us on Jennifer Ussi’s The Incredible Adventures of Casper the Cat Who Got Lost in Africa, Book 1: The Pangolins awareness tour!
54 Comments
I LOVE cats I have had 14 cats in 40 years.
I think sharks deserve more protection.
Many animals/birds need more protection. I think my grandson would like to read these books. He’s 8 and loves his cats and a big animal/bird lover.
Chimpanzees and other monkeys as I believe their well being is essential to ours in ways that we haven’t discovered yet.
One creature I think we should protect is a sloth. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
Exciting reads for animal lovers!
This looks like a great series. Thanks for sharing.
I would like to give this adventure books to my grandson.
I think more people should protect hedgehogs because their population is unfortunately in decline.
These books sound like an enjoyable series.
This looks like a fantastic series.
This looks like a wonderful series, and the covers are amazing!
An interesting book set.
I’d love to read this book, love books about animals.
I think people should be protecting coral reefs. I don’t know if corals are animals or plants, but they support large varied ecosystems all over the world in the oceans. It’s definitely time to care about Corals.
I think people should learn to protect turtles more. When they do come out they are slow moving.
Im looking forward to reading this book. Thanks for sharing.
Interesting books!
I love the way this book explains creativity in animals and differences.
These books take you on an exciting adventure.
This book is heart-warming story.
This looks like a good series. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
We would love to win this series of books.
My Grand Nephew will love this book. Thanks for sharing.
Casper goes on exciting adventures.
This looks like a fun series.
My kids are going to love this book!
My grand girls will love this and I am certain the oldest will read for the other two! 😀
My grandson would enjoy this series of books.
This is a fun, heartwarming adventure.
Hawksbill turtles because they are endangered
Good stories.
I think people should try and protect all cats. Im a cat lover and too many are mistreated.
A nice collection of books that my grandson would love.
We can learn to protect the bigger endangered cats, like the snow leopard, and the clouded leopard.
I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving.
Have you ever won a giveaway?
These books look delightful. 🙂
What was your best compliment you’ve received about your writing?
What is your favourite warm writing drink?
Do you ever write poetry?
Jamie Martin
This looks like an exhilarating read. Thanks for sharing.
A heartwarming animal adventure story.
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There are so many animals out there that need protection some we are not even aware of but I would have to say is my favourite wolves.
Happy Thanksgivings to you and your loved ones.
Thanks for the chance to read these cute books!
Im looking forward to reading these clever novels.
Did any children’s books authors influence your writing?
Did you have a favourite warm drink to drink whilst writing?
Jamie Martin
Tell me about when you helped a friend with their writing.
This book series would be a wonderful addition to any home library, love it!
What books inspired you as a teen?