About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling overwhelmed by a big move, a busy environment, or a sense of not quite fitting in. This charming wordless story follows Cat, who feels lost and despondent in the concrete jungle of the city, and his friend Chicken, who uses creativity and effort to bring a bit of the countryside to their urban life. It is a masterclass in empathy and visual storytelling, perfect for children ages 3 to 7. By removing the barrier of text, it allows parents and children to co-create a narrative about friendship, resilience, and finding beauty where you are. It is particularly helpful for validating a child's feelings of loneliness while offering gentle, actionable hope for how to improve their surroundings.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with environmental depression and urban isolation metaphorically. The sadness is depicted through Cat's slumped posture and gray surroundings, but the resolution is hopeful and grounded in proactive change. It is entirely secular.
