Scamp

By Anden Wilder

A girl discovers growing up means more than just being a cat.

3.9/5 Goodreads · 202 ratings

40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Scamp, a little girl who believes she's a cat like her friend Hector, faces a surprising transformation. As she starts walking on two feet and using a spoon, she questions her identity. When Hector needs help, Scamp must decide between her feline instincts and embracing her new big-girl abilities. Will she choose to stay a cat or step up to save her friend? This charming tale captures the bittersweet journey of growing up, with delightful watercolor illustrations that bring Scamp's world to life.

From the publisher

This playful story about a little girl and her best cat friend is a unique exploration of the changes children go through as they grow from toddler to big kid–for fans of Truman and Big Cat, Little Cat. Scamp believes there are two cats in her house–one pink (Scamp herself) and one black (Hector)–until her growing body begins behaving in not-so-catlike ways. She suddenly finds herself standing on two feet…eating with a spoon…even enjoying the bath. What is happening to her? But when Hector needs help, Scamp must choose between acting like a cat and taking a big-girl stand to rescue her friend. This sweet and poignant picture book, with inviting watercolor art by a debut talent, perfectly captures the moment when a little girl realizes she is becoming a big girl, and the universal bittersweet beauty of change.

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