The Cat Who Couldn't Be Bothered

March/April 2024 Kids’ Indie Next Picture Book Pick 

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 story:

• Reassures kids that feeling sad sometimes is normal
• Helps them understand others’ behaviour and promotes empathy
• Encourages them to be more in touch with their feelings
• Provides a sense of fun while also broaching a tricky topic

Both children and adults will love the quirky and hilarious cat’s refusal to ta