Stretchy and Beanie

Written and illustrated by Judy Schachner

A cat must navigate friendship when his pal becomes a bossy leader.

3.0/7 Bookroo expert·3.5/5 Goodreads · 140 ratings

40 pages· AD740L

$17.99Save 7%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

Stretchy McHandsome, an independent cat, faces a challenge when his friend Beanie, a spirited girl, decides to lead their duo. As Beanie's lessons on being the 'perfect pet' test his patience, Stretchy must find a way to cope. But when hiding isn't enough, he takes a bold step, prompting Beanie to learn the true meaning of friendship. Can they find balance and harmony, or will their bond unravel under the weight of control? Discover a tale of power dynamics and the journey to understanding in this delightful story.

From the publisher

What’s an independent cat to do when his friend decides she’s the leader of their pack? This story of friendship and power dynamics is a read-aloud joy. Beanie, a ginger-haired girl with a fierce heart, is the perfect pal for her newfound companion, Stretchy McHandsome the cat. That is, until Beanie gets it into her head that she should teach Stretchy how to be a perfect pet. Her lessons really curl his whiskers, and when hiding from Beanie isn’t enough, he has to take an even bigger leap. Then it’s Beanie who needs a lesson of her own: how to be an accepting friend rather than a bossy-boots.

At a glance