Recommended Age:
9
+
Best for independent readers who enjoy short, compassionate stories that tackle difficult realities like poverty with honesty and emotional warmth.
About the Book
Jackson's family is on the verge of homelessness again, and his imaginary friend Crenshaw—a giant cat—reappears to help him process his fear and sadness. The novel is a tender and honest look at childhood poverty, the shame of food insecurity, and the ways children try to protect themselves from painful realities. Short, powerful, and deeply compassionate.
Content Ratings
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Moderate Themes
Jackson's family faces eviction and homelessness; he experiences the shame and fear of poverty, food insecurity, and the instability of not knowing where his family will sleep; these themes are handled with honesty and compassion.
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No Violence
There is no physical violence; the conflict is economic and emotional.
Engagement:
Genre:
Adventure
Published:
2015
Page Count:
245
