STRETCHY AND BEANIE

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.
A story of friendship and power dynamics featuring the same characters from her previous book, Stretchy McHandsome.

Key selling points
- The struggles of friendship: Elementary school-aged kids are learning how to compromise and be patient and kind to their peers, and this story of a girl who decides to boss around her best bud will resonate and help.
- A storytime sure thing: Teachers, librarians, and booksellers will all find this to be an ideal read-aloud choice with its smooth meter and lively humor.
- Cat love: Judy Schachner is the best of the best at illustrating cats and bringing out their distinctive personalities.
- Charismatic author/illustrator: Judy Schachner is as charming, funny, and offbeat as her characters. She's a beloved and bestselling picture book creator who is wonderful in front of a child or adult audience.

Judy Schachner grew up in New England, and can't remember a time when she wasn't drawing and doodling. Now she is the author/illustrator of more than twenty books for children, including Sarabella's Thinking Cap, Dewey Bob, Yo Vikings, and the #1 New York Times bestselling Skippyjon Jones series. She was the first winner of the E. B. White Read Aloud Award. Judy and her husband, Bob, have two grown daughters, and live in Pennsylvania with a wonderful cat.