NATURE CAT | The Animal Book of World Records | PBS KIDS

TL;DR

Nature Cat must practice, find snow, and jump more than 20 feet farther to have a chance at breaking Champion Ronald’s ski-jump record. His practice jump measures two feet and one inch, and the Animal Book of World Records representatives are arriving that day to witness his attempt. Read on to discover why Nature Cat refuses to surrender despite the obstacles.

Transcript

Be brave, Nature Cat. Remember, the path to glory is paved with obstacles. Okay, Nature Cat. You're good to go. Yes, I am. Onward and... yow. Wow, I... Come on, Nature Cat. Jump. What are you waiting for? An invitation? Okay, here it is: Dear Nature Cat, please come down. Love, Hal. Oh, uh, yup, just testing the wind. I know this ski jump isn't the... Read More

Key Insights

• 👄 Nature Cat is determined to break a ski jump record in the Animal Book of World Records.
• 🥅 Practice and preparation are crucial for achieving any goal.
• 🪈 Champion Ronald is the current record holder and doubts Nature Cat's abilities.

Questions & Answers

Q: Can Nature Cat break the ski-jump record in the Animal Book of World Records?

Nature Cat has not broken the record during the excerpt. His practice jump is two feet and one inch, leaving him 20 feet short, but he remains determined to make an official attempt.

Q: Why does Nature Cat want to break the ski-jump record?

Nature Cat wants to earn a place in the Animal Book of World Records. He has tried many other records and calls the ski jump his last chance to enter the record books.

Q: How far does Nature Cat jump during practice?

Nature Cat jumps two feet and one inch. His friends tell him that this distance is 20 feet short of the record.

Q: How much farther must Nature Cat jump to reach the record?

Nature Cat needs to jump 20 feet farther than his practice distance. After hearing the result, his friends say that he needs more practice.

Q: Who holds the ski-jump record in Nature Cat?

Champion Ronald is the current record holder. He points to page 39 of the Animal Book of World Records as proof that he is the champion.

Q: Why does Champion Ronald think Nature Cat cannot make an official ski jump?

Ronald says an official ski jump requires snow. Because Nature Cat has no snow, Ronald believes his attempt cannot be official.

Q: When will the Animal Book of World Records representatives witness Nature Cat’s attempt?

They say they will attend the day after sending their message. Because Nature Cat received it yesterday, he realizes they are coming that day.

Q: Does Nature Cat give up after Ronald mocks him?

No, Nature Cat does not give up. He tells Ronald that records were made to be broken and declares that he intends to become the record breaker.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Nature Cat attempts a ski jump to break a record in the Animal Book of World Records.

• He realizes he needs more practice and is 20 feet short of the record.

• Champion Ronald mocks Nature Cat, but Nature Cat remains determined to break the record.