This is a really cute and informational story about not only being a responsible pet owner, but being a responsible animal lover. Abby and Charlie have 2 pet cats, Oscar and Emmy, who have made a new friend, Shadow. Shadow, however, is skittish and doesn’t like people, but Abby and Charlie (with their mom’s approval) feed Shadow (and her kittens) outside. Being a responsible animal lover, Abby & Charlie’s mom calls the vet and is advised to trap Shadow and her kittens so they can be fixed and then released in order to prevent overpopulation. Sabol does a fantastic job of presenting really important information in such a way so that children can understand and respect the importance of spaying and neutering your pets (and strays). Children can really connect with the characters and the illustrations are wonderful.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Megan Kimleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMegan Kimley2023-08-08 07:24:212023-08-16 13:45:28Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Megan Conley
Having been involved with a feral colony and TNR myself this is a cause really close to my heart and this story is so beautifully put for children . It’s a very rewarding yet heartbreaking thing to be involved in 🐾😢
I often had children donate food and sometimes even their time and more often than not they could love on kittens 🐈⬛🐾❣️
I loved sharing this with my little visitors in the library 📚❣️🐾
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A wonderful story with beautiful illustrations introducing correct pet care to children. I loved this story and the approachable way it introduces strays and neutering your pets.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Robbhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Robb2023-08-05 05:03:512023-08-16 13:32:19Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Stephanie Robb
Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol is a cute children’s picture book story with a bit of an educational component about animal welfare/animal activism, and community awareness. It highlights the T.N.R (Trap-Neuter-Return) program and how it works, as raising awareness is key to the success of the program. The story is told through Oscar and Emmy, who are cats, and their human family, whose adventures start when they encounter a stray cat. What happens makes for a sweet read. Happy Reading…
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This was the first book I’d read in the Oscar and Emmy series, and it turned out to be so wonderful! It was beautifully illustrated and contained such great information about Trap-Neuter-Return. My family is full of animal lovers, so this was right up our alley. I read it with my 7-year-old and 11-year-old, and we all came away with something new and useful. I think it’s crucial in educating everyone about stray and feral cats. I have already picked up several of the other books in the series. I highly recommend picking this up and sharing with the younger ones in your life!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shannen Kernhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShannen Kern2023-07-31 18:34:392023-08-04 11:54:47Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Shannen Kern
Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend is an educational and fun read. It raises awareness to the young and old about cats that have no home.
I am a rescue girl for all my animals. Well, that is except my (already fixed) stray cat affectionately named Kitty Kat, that adopted us about a year ago but continues to live outside. I had never heard of TNR so was interested to learn more about it. I also learned that it is banned here in Australia.
Terri has done a good job of weaving together a controversial topic and child’s story to make it a topic that can be fun and easily shared. Through bright and colourful pictures this story teaches young minds the pitfalls of abandoned animals and the outcome of neglecting them.
I see there are many more adventures for Oscar and Emmy to read to my grandbabies and my new great granddaughter.
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Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend is a wonderful children’s book that discusses the TNR program. It is a great resource for kids (and adults) to learn about how to deal with feral cats and the stray population. The author has done a superb job of writing the story in a way that is easy to understand while still being packed full of information. The illustrations are bright, fun, and really make the story come to life. I loved how the author has included information at the end of this book on the Trap-Neuter-Return Program. It is easy to see that the author is passionate about the subject matter and wants to pass her knowledge onto others. A great book for children to learn compassion, empathy, and understanding towards the stray cat population. This would be a wonderful, must-have, addition to any home and school library. I highly recommend this book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2023-07-31 14:38:312023-08-04 11:46:11Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
This was another great little kid’s book, so many lessons and learning for kids. It was beautiful story and illustrations my kids really enjoyed this story. it was about stray cats and how to understand how to deal with them. the cute book was very incredible and cute. Highly recommend this cute little story about cats
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Cute story and illustrations. Appreciate the fact that the mom warns the kids the feral cat may not like human interaction, which might help emotionally regulate a child that becomes upset with a feral cat in real life. The book also realistically discussed TNR programs, which was nice it mentions real-world programs.
As an educator, I appreciate the use of dialogue- so many kids books don’t have dialogue for teaching grammar and what quotation marks mean, and the conversations contained within the book are authentic!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Crainhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Crain2023-07-31 09:50:162023-08-04 11:43:49Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Jennifer Crain
The art in this book is very beautiful to look at, and definitely draws my eye in to read the story. I love this story and being taught about TNR, like the characters in the book, I was unaware of this program and think it is great. I hope this book can reach many that will be willing to look into the TNR program and help other stray cats. I kind of wish I could have found out what happens to the kittens in the end, where did they go? But happy that the momma cat still comes back around.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carrie Reedhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarrie Reed2023-07-31 07:19:592023-07-31 07:19:59Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Carrie Reed
Informative and engaging This is a great educational yet entertaining story book that teaches children about responsible pet ownership. The message is about the TNR program and the importance of controlling the stray and feral cat population. The language is easy for children 6 years and over to engage with and the illustrations are so cute. A great addition to a school or home library. Highly recommend!
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Join Oscar and Emmy, two curious cats, as they discover a surprising visitor outside their window. Uncertain about the stray cat, they soon embark on a journey of friendship.
Through the eyes of the children who show empathy and kindness towards animals beyond their own pets, understand the importance of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR). Delve into the significance of this vital program in aiding stray and feral cats within your community.
Enriched with a useful infographic on TNR, this book empowers you to become an active contributor to the solution.
Terri Sabol is an accomplished children’s book author, renowned for her heartwarming and entertaining stories featuring the real-life adventures of her two beloved rescue kittens, Oscar and Emmy. Born and raised in Texas, Terri developed a love of writing and storytelling at a young age, and always dreamed of one day becoming an author. Thinking that was out of reach, she focused on her other dream… teaching.
After graduating from college with a Masters degree in education, Terri worked as an early childhood teacher, and it was during this time that her passion for picture books truly blossomed. She was inspired by the joy and wonder that children experienced when reading and listening to stories, and it was this love for inspiring young minds that led her to create her own series of children’s books.
Terri’s debut book, “Oscar and Emmy Get Rescued”, was published in 2016, and told the heartwarming story of how she came to adopt her two kittens from the animal shelter where she volunteered. The book was an instant hit with children and parents alike, and it quickly became clear that there was a demand for more stories featuring Oscar and Emmy and to help educate children on the importance being involved in pet care.
Over the years, Terri has continued to write new books in the series, each one capturing the unique personalities and quirks of her two adventurous cats. Her books not only entertain children, but also promote the values of compassion and kindness towards animals, as well as the importance of rescue and adoption.
In addition to her Oscar and Emmy series, Terri has also written several other books showing off her writing skills, including “Green With Envy” and “Kneading a Winning Idea”.
When she’s not writing, Terri can be found spending time with her two rescue kitties, Oscar and Emmy. She also loves travelling and exploring new places and visiting old favorites, all the while taking inspiration for her next book. Through her stories, Terri hopes to inspire children to explore the world around them, to embrace their imaginations, to never give up on their goals, and to always be kind and compassionate towards others, especially animals.
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