The One and Only Ivan meets Pax in this charming illustrated
middle grade novel about one stray cat's search for shelter, acceptance,
and courage.
If you're reading this, I don't trust you.
You see, humans are sometimes kind to me. Some sweet ladies say hi to
anyone they meet on the street. One human always saved me bakery
treats.
But just as often, humans are not kind to those like me--stray cats.
Many people think I'm dirty (which I am not). Some think I'm a nuisance,
to be kicked or played with.
My mother taught me to be cautious, thoughtful, and kind. I am good at
those things.
But she also taught me to be brave. And that's something I needed a lot
of help with.
If you're gentle and you don't move too quickly, I'll tell you about it.
How I met Danielle. How three sparrows showed me the way. How Chester
changed my life. And how I became brave.
Are you ready?
For city strays, life on the streets can be unforgiving. When every day
is filled with territorial animals, fast-moving traffic, and aggressive
boys with sticks, it takes more than a little courage to get by. Harvey,
a stray cat struggling to survive, is searching for a home of his
own--one that's safe and dry, with a view of the sky. But when the
unexpected kindness of one woman saves him from the harsh city elements,
he is forced to rethink what makes a home and who, if anyone, he can
depend on. With the sage advice of Chester the dog and three talkative
sparrows, Harvey will learn that trusting and helping others are some of
the bravest things you can do.
PURRENNIAL MESSAGE: A story about being brave and learning to trust
others is always relevant to a kid's experience. Particularly in the
current cultural moment, when social anxiety and technology-induced
loneliness are on the rise, this book shows young readers how being
brave, making connections, and allowing oneself to be vulnerable can
lead to an enriched life.
FOR CAT LOVERS: Harvey's point of view has all the unique but
recognizable characteristics of these adorable house pets, but still
manages to provide refreshing alternatives to the stereotypes we
typically ascribe to them. Infused with humor and emotion, this is a
book that a variety of readers, cat lovers or not, can appreciate.
WRITING THAT SOARS: The classic, winning voice of this book makes it
perfect for a gentle introduction to different perspectives.
BELOVED AUTHOR: Garret Weyr's middle grade novel The Language of
Spells won a California Book Award in 2018. She is also a Michael L.
Printz winner for her book My Heartbeat. A constant source of
innovation and playfulness, she's a favorite author of books for
children.
Perfect for:
- Fans of Katherine Applegate
- Fans of the Warriors series
- Young readers who love adventures that are exciting but not scary
- Parents
- Grandparents
- Educators
- Librarians
