Cat Boy: A Vibrant Picture Book About Friendship and Finding Confidence

By Sarah Oliver

Oscar is having a hard time at school. Jamie won't leave him alone, and each day it's getting harder to speak up for himself. At home, the only one who really seems to understand is his cat, Teddy.

Then one morning, Teddy disappears.

In his place, a mysterious boy called Ted arrives at school. Ted is unlike anyone Oscar has ever met. He naps under tables, climbs trees with ease, chases birds across the playground and turns an ordinary school day into something completely unexpected.

As their friendship grows, Oscar begins to see himself differently. With Ted by his side, he discovers that courage doesn't always mean being fearless; sometimes it means speaking up when it matters most.

Filled with humour, warmth and plenty of classroom chaos, Cat Boy opens up conversations about bullying, friendship and self-confidence while keeping young readers laughing all along the way. Ideal for children aged five to seven, families, teachers and primary classrooms, this wonderful story offers a gentle way to explore resilience, kindness and the confidence to stand up for yourself.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0722367821
• ISBN13: 9780722367827
• Release Date: January 2027
• Publisher: Tiny Tree Books
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2