The Cat in the Hat has been around for almost 50 years, since the publishing of the famed book by Dr.Seuss. An entire industry has evolved around The Cat in the Hat, and it is rare to see the home of a confirmed cat lover that doesn't display or use one or more Cat in the Hat products. These are my favorites of the group.

1. Cat in a Hat Cookie Jar

This wacky glazed ceramic cookie jar must be seen to be believed. The Cat is the lid atop his hat, which holds the cookies.More »

2. The Cat in the Hat Book

No cat humor library is complete without "The Cat in the Hat." For almost 50 years, this book has been delighting audiences both young and old, and it has spawned a plethora of videos, stuffed toys, a movie, and other Cat in the Hat products. The Cat in the Hat goes way beyond description, and has become an icon of cat humor for both children and adults.Buy from Amazon »

3. Dr. Seuss: The Cat in the Hat Movie

Pop up some popcorn, brew some cocoa, and settle in with the family for an enjoyable evening watching the Cat in the Hat movie, available in both DVD and VHS versions. If you're feeling especially adventurous, you can polish off the evening with some green eggs and ham.More »

4. Cat in the Hat Mug

Whether your beverage of choice is coffee, hot chocolate, or milk, these Cat in the Hat mugs will add just the touch of spice you need to make your meal complete. I love the "nonsense" saying: "I like nonsense. It wakes up the brain cells."Buy from Amazon »

5. Cat in the Hat Table Lamp

What a cute table lamp this is! It would be great, of course, for a children's room, but I can also picture it in a den or even on my computer desk (after I toss some of the green ham and eggs out of the way.)Buy from Amazon »

6. Havas Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat PC Game

Based on the move this video game follows the adventures of Conrad, a young boy trying to undo the escape of the Cat's Seussian magic from the big red box. Players will navigate through rooms of the house not seen in the film, as they play this imaginative game.More »

7. Vivendi Universal Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat XBox

An XBox library would not be complete without this game. Somehow, the Cat's world has become combined with the human world (horrors!) and you need to help the cat find the stolen lock to seal the crate containing his world. If you're skillful and lucky, you'll explore 12 levels of play, each enhanced with celebrity voiceovers by Mike Myers and Sean Hayes.More »

8. Cat in the Hat Child Fleece Costume

For the "full nine yards" at a costume party (and that may be the size of the hat), this plush polar fleece children's costume comes with a character headpiece with attached jumpsuit with bow tie, tail, gloves and shoecovers, all attached. This is an officially licensed product from the movie. Your child will be the hit of the Halloween parade wearing this costume.More »

9. Cat in the Hat Adult Accessory Kit

Dressing for Halloween, or do you just want to have fun around the house with your kids or your spouse? This zany Cat in the Hat hat fits most adults, and will help bring out the inner child in even the staidest adult.More »