Jack the Cat

About this book

At only a few weeks old, Jack the kitten is all alone and on the run. To avoid the fate his mother, brothers and sisters suffered at the hands of cruel humans, Jack escapes. He is befriended by Murphy, a street-smart alley cat. Murphy helps Jack survive in a world that is much larger than Jack ever dreamed. Through tragedy and grace, Jack learns that not all humans are inhumane and cruel. "Jack is a cat of unusual sensitivity and empathy. He seeks to nurture the natural compassion of children for all creatures, great and small. Through his stories, Jack teaches children what they can do to help animals and the planet we all depend on."-Madeline Bernstein, President, SPCA LA "The principles taught by 'Jack the Cat' are much needed lessons for young children today."-Charmaine Hammond, Author of "On Toby's Terms" and "Toby The Pet Therapy Dog" (Bettie Youngs Books) "'Jack the Cat' speaks to people of all ages and brings forth the awareness that all living creatures matter and deserve respect."-Keith Leon S., Bestselling Author, Speaker and Publisher "'Jack the Cat's' story speaks to a child's natural compassion for animals and all living things. He gives hope and purpose to children bombarded by media stories of cruelty and inhumanity. Jack empowers children by providing useful information and activities they can do now to help animals."-Maura Leon S., Co-Author of "The Seven Steps to Successful Relationships" and Co-Creator of the "YouSpeakIt" Book Program