The Diary of a Killer Cat: questions to ask and activities to try
Tuffy the cat can't see what the fuss is about. The Diary of a Killer Cat is a wickedly funny chapter book told from the cat's point of view.
What age is it for? The Diary of a Killer Cat is best for ages 6–9. Good for: A cat's side of the story.
Read Tuffy's diary in a sulky, sarcastic voice. Talk about how the story would sound from Ellie's point of view.
What it helps with
- Seeing things from another point of view
- Diaries
- Humour and sarcasm
- Pets and nature
Comprehension and discussion questions
Pick two or three, not all of them. “I don’t know” is a fine answer, and you can always come back to it another day.
- “Who is telling the story?”
- “What did Tuffy bring home?”
- “How did Ellie feel?”
- “Did Tuffy think he was bad?”
- “What’s Ellie’s side?”
- “What would your pet write in its diary?”
5-minute activities to try together
Pet diary
Write a day's diary entry from a pet's point of view.
Two sides
Retell one event from Ellie's side.
Free printables: The Diary of a Killer Cat worksheet and activity pack
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By the Growing Wise team · Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
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