About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the feeling of being an outsider or is struggling to find where they belong in a new environment. Vincent is a cat who lives his entire life aboard a cargo ship, surrounded by sailors and the vast ocean. While he loves his home, he begins to wonder if he is missing out on the world that everyone else calls home. This beautifully illustrated story explores the tension between comfort and curiosity, ultimately teaching children that home isn't necessarily a coordinate on a map, but the place where you are most loved and understood. It is a gentle, reassuring choice for children aged 4 to 8 who may be facing a move or feeling different from their peers.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with the concept of displacement and the search for identity in a metaphorical sense through the eyes of an animal. The approach is secular and gentle, with a hopeful resolution that affirms the child's current environment.
