Squash, the Cat

Written by Sasha Mayer

A cat's mistake threatens a cherished friendship. Can they find their way back?

3.8/5 Goodreads · 240 ratings

40 pages

$18.99Save 5%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

Squash the cat and Maggie are inseparable, despite their differences. But when Squash mistakes Maggie's new toy for a threat, their bond is tested. As Squash hides in shame and Maggie longs for her lost toy, they must navigate the rocky path of forgiveness. Will they rediscover the friendship that once seemed unbreakable? This heartwarming tale explores accountability and the power of apologies, teaching young readers the value of mending friendships.

From the publisher

A captivating story about a friendship lost and found between a cat named Squash and her constant companion Maggie. Squash, who looks a lot like the vegetable, is an early-breakfast, lots-of-naps kind of cat. Maggie is a wake-up-late, wild-playdate kind of girl. Despite their differences, they are the best of friends. That is until one day Squash confuses Maggie’s new toy for a dangerous beast and makes a terrible mistake. An unbelievably BIG MISTAKE. Now Squash is a can’t-face-Maggie kind of cat, and Maggie is a wishes-she-had-her-toy kind of girl. But the thing about best friends is, one way or another, they always find a way back to each other. In this story of accountability and forgiveness, these cute characters help kids learn the important lesson of owning up to your actions and being able to accept an apology. Best friends fight and teaching young readers how to deal with it when it happens, is an invaluable social emotional learning skill. Squash and Maggie show kids how easy it can be.

At a glance