Catawampus: the Story of a Crooked Cat

Meet Catawampus, a homeless cat with crooked front legs who learns the power of kindness, courage, and loving yourself just as you are.Catawampus the Cat has a BIG problem! He needs to find a home, and soon. Bullied by the other cats in the shelter, and overlooked because of his crooked legs, he wishes people could look past his disability and see what a big heart he has.So one day he comes up with a daring plan to get noticed on adoption day. But when things go very wrong, he decides it’s time to give up…until an unexpected visitor brings him hope that, just maybe, he will find his happy ending at last.Can Catawampus find the courage to make his dream of a home and family come true?And will people be able to look past his disability, and see all the love he has to share? Discover this beautifully crafter story that promotes kindness and empathy, perfect for young readers.A relatable hero who shows us it’s okay to be differentA journey of self-acceptance and loveideal for kids and special-needs advocates alikeThe perfect read-aloud book with rhyming text and charming illustrationsCheer on Catawampus as he bravely faces his fears and learns how the power of friendship can make a dream come true when you least expect it. Catawampus’s story encourages children to celebrate differences, accept one another, and show compassion for people and animals alike.FIVE STARS. “This clever and touching tale is a timely reminder of the beauty in our differences and the importance of love… I highly recommend this gem of a book!” -Marie-Hélène Fasquel for Readers’ Favorite Book Reviews”…Lori Hoffman Penna’s equally engaging, colorful cat illustrations present fine visuals that also impart underlying messages about diversity and acceptance. Libraries that choose Catawampus for elementary-level collections and parental read-aloud opportunities will want to point out that this is more than an exceptional story about cats. It’s ultimately about life and love.”-D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review