Catilda

Catilda tells the poignant story of a young cat child who has lost her cherished teddy bear, Ollie, during a family outing to the city. Filled with sadness, Catilda can't sleep. Unbeknownst to her sleeping parents, she bravely ventures out into the quiet city night to search for her missing toy. This gentle narrative explores themes of loss, love, and the quiet courage of a child, making it a heartwarming read for children aged 4-8 who understand the special bond with a favorite comfort object.

If you listen, you may hear Catilda singing sadly. She misses her teddy bear, Ollie, whom she's lost on a trip to the city. If you listen, you will hear her parents creeping up the stairs, talking about the child they have put snugly to bed. They hear only silence. If you watch, you will see everything those parents don't suspect -- everything that a child's love for a teddy bear can lead to. John Stadler has told his loving story with the lightest of touches and painted it with the lightness of air.