This insightful yet light-hearted kids’ picture book is a touching reminder to look out for our friends and think about our feelings.
There is a cat. A cat that couldn’t be bothered to do anything … anything at all. His friends ask him if he wants to play but he doesn’t feel like it. They invite him on adventures to far-off places, but he would rather stay at home. Until one day, a friend asks how he is doing, and the true reason why he’d rather do nothing is revealed. He is feeling sad.
This is a story about feelings, friendship, and the importance of speaking to someone when you don’t feel right. This beautiful socially aware
Both children and adults will love the quirky and hilarious cat’s refusal to take part in anything, and the sweet and important message behind this story.
It’s never been more important to introduce kids to the importance of mental health. This bright children’s book is an easy way to talk about feelings and looking out for others. It provides an excellent jumping-off point for at-home and classroom discussions about emotional wellbeing and caring for others.
Greg, the cat, can't be bothered. His friends offer to bring him to a party, exploring, playing with string - he can't be bothered to do any of it. Finally, one friend asks why he can't be bothered - and he explains that he's sad. He doesn't want to do anything. Though taken aback, his friends rally around and offer to do nothing with him.
This is a really simple little book, with only about twenty spreads and maybe a hundred words in the whole thing. The book says a lot with very little, though; one spread might have another cat playing with a string in two or three images before offering it to Greg, who can't be bothered. Images are simple and slightly cartoony, with thick lines and just a few colours. Young children will enjoy looking at the simple pictures; slightly older ones might recognise something in Greg. Every child has sometimes wanted to be alone and not join in with the others!
Watching Greg's friends rally around him at the end is lovely. I highly recommend this for schools or classes, as well as just for those who love a good story and great artwork.
The Cat Who Couldn't be Bothered is available now.
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