We’re All Different But We’re All Kitty Cats: First Day of School

＂My name is Carlos and I have no fur,＂ the kitty cat announces on the first day of school. Using schoolroom situations that every child will recognize, author Peter Goodman creates a gaggle of feline classmates who show the way to respect and friendship for Carlos the hairless cat, who faces the challenge of being different. With the support of his mother and teacher, Carlos discovers something on the inside that makes him just as unique as he is on the outside.

Popping illustrations and expressive characters bring the tale of Carlos and his friends to life. The first in a series that brings adults and children together to discuss important social issues--this one is exceptionally relevant, given the current focus on anti-bullying efforts in schools--the book includes discussion prompts and fun facts to help parents facilitate engagement and learning at story time.

Children will be entertained as they come to realize, with Carlos and his schoolmates, what matters most: the thing we all have in common is that we are all different.

Peter J. Goodman is a children s author. His ＂We re All Different But We re All Kitty Cats＂ book series brings adults and kids together to discuss important social issues from early childhood. The series encourages discussion and dialogue through thought provoking narratives and educational tools for parents and teachers to engage kids. Peter s first book, ＂Win-Win Career Negotiations＂ was published by Penguin Books in 2002. He has been featured on WNBC New York, CBS This Morning Richmond, and Fox News Baltimore, and also in＂The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, and Publishers Weekly＂ among other national publications. He currently resides in Washington, DC and is the proud uncle of his two young, adorable nephews, Dylan and Gavin.＂