There's a Cat in Our Class!

Jeanie Franz Ransom is a licensed professional counselor whose books include Big Red and the Little Bitty Wolf, Don't Squeal Unless It's a Big Deal, I Don't Want to Talk About It, and What Really Happened to Humpty? She's also worked as an elementary school counselor, where she was never without her popular puppet, Mr. Know-It-Owl. Jeanie and her husband are parents to three grown boys and two dogs, and divide their time between St. Louis, MO, and Northport, MI. Visit her at www.jeanieransom.com and follow her on Facebook: JeanieRansomAuthorBryan Langdo is the author and/or illustrator of more than 3 books for children. His picture book Tornado Slim amp amp the Magic Cowboy Hat (Two Lions, 2 2) won a 2 3 Spur Award for Storytelling from Western Writers of America. Bryan lives in Hopewell, New Jersey, with his wife and two children. Visit www.bryanlangdo.com and follow on Instagram: bryanlangdo

Honorable Mention, 2 Foreword INDIES Book Awardsamp quot Differences are highlighted to demonstrate that everyone has unique characteristics that make them special-a familiar yet reliable method. Langdo adds illustrations of friendly characters that complement the text well...a solid story to which readers will relate. amp quot -School Library Journalamp quot The characterization of the dog and cat 'kids' is effective, and they will remind young readers of real kids they know. Their reactions, conversations with each other, and their ideas about the world feel true to real children....They are also very cute, and at times very funny, which will make this a relatable and enjoyable way for children to learn the lessons presented in the book. amp quot -Portland Book Review amp quot Jeanie Franz Ransom has written a clever and humorous story for young children about embracing the differences in each other. With the growing diversity in our country, this is a very timely book.  The students in this story are curious and brutally honest with their questions to their new classmate, Samantha. They want to know if she eats mice, walks on a leash, wags her tail and uses a litter box or goes outside. The  cast of characters are lively and learn about acceptance, tolerance and how to get along. Bryan Langdo amp rsquo s illustrations are colorful, expressive and tickle the imagination! I love the book cover. amp quot -Children's Books Healamp quot This sweet, funny and timely book offers a child-friendly excursion into the important issue of diversity. The story imparts the value of learning about, accepting and celebrating each other amp rsquo s differences. Bryan Langdo amp rsquo s illustrations are lovely and expressive and allow for discussion about Samantha and the dogs amp rsquo feelings throughout the story. amp quot -Kid's Brain Plano