Just for kids
Welcome to the Kids' Corner
Games, quizzes and story fun — with a little help from Stanley, Shaw and the whole feline family. Grown-ups welcome too (the cats checked).
Which of Tammy's cats are you?
Five questions. Five cats. One whiskered result.
Question 1 of 5
It's a sunny Saturday morning. Where can we find you?
For young writers
Story starters
Tammy finds her stories by watching real animals. You can too! Grab a pencil and try one of these — or watch your own pet and see what story appears.
Your pet has a secret adventure every time you leave the house. What happened today?
A tiny kitten shows up at your door with a note tied to its collar. What does the note say?
Your cat and the dog next door are planning something. Write down their plan.
You wake up one morning and can understand everything your pet says. What's the first thing they tell you?
Be a pet hero
How kids can help animals
Shaw's family never gave up on him — and that's what being a pet hero is all about. Here are five ways you can be a hero to the animals in your life.
Fresh water, every day
Pets can't reach the faucet! Helping keep their water bowl clean and full is a real hero job.
Play is serious business
Just like Stanley, pets need adventure. Ten minutes of play keeps bodies and brains happy.
Gentle hands, quiet voices
Animals trust people who move slowly and speak softly. It's how you tell them “you're safe with me.”
Notice the small things
Shaw's family noticed when he wasn't feeling well — and it saved his life. If a pet seems different, tell a grown-up.
Love means responsibility
Feeding, vet visits, litter boxes — adopting a pet means promising to care for them their whole life.
Coloring pages coming soon!
Sarah is in her studio turning her watercolor illustrations into printable coloring pages. Check back soon!
Every great reader starts with a great story
Ask for Stanley, No! and Shaw's Story at your local library — Tammy and Sarah both work in libraries, and they'd love that.