Chato and the Party Animals (English and Spanish Versions)

Chato, a cool cat first introduced in Chato's Kitchen, throws a birthday party for his friend Novio Boy. After discovering that Novio Boy is from the pound and had never celebrated a birthday, Chato rounds up party favors like flea combs and collars with bells, makes a piñata out of newspaper and an empty cat food box, and cooks up some beans, guacamole and his signature tortillas. He invites all the animals from el barrio to attend the surprise pachanga. Unfortunately, in his excitement, Chato forgets to invite Novio Boy himself. This minor oversight launches a neighborhood-wide search for the guest of honor. Finally, the animals give Novio Boy up for lost, kidnapped, or “run over, flat as a tortilla.” As they sadly reminisce amidst untouched water balloons and a mouse-colored cake, Novio Boy pops up, with two new friends.  The animals rejoice and the party begins.  They dance, throw water balloons, open presents, and celebrate la familia del barrio.