When the Katz family moves in, C.J. the mouse is scared.
7-8 Years
9.9" x 9.9" Hardcover
32 Pages
Juvenile Fiction, Holidays & Celebrations
Description
About the Book
"When the Katz family moves in, C.J. the mouse is scared. "Don't go," says the littlest cat. "I could use a friend." C.J joins the Katz family for dinner and helps them celebrate Hanukkah"--
Book Synopsis
When the Katz family moves in, C.J. the mouse is scared. Nibbling jelly doughnut crumbs in the kitchen, he hears a soft voice say, "Hello." The Katz family is spinning a dreidel and eating chocolate coins. It looks like fun, but a mouse can't play with cats! "Hello again," says the soft voice. "Please don't go. I could use a friend." Can C.J. overcome his fear and make some new friends just in time for Hanukkah?
Review Quotes
"Cartoony illustrations provide reassurance from the start that the mouse and Katzes will end up friends."--Horn Book Magazine
-- (9/30/2025 12:00:00 AM)
"Wieder's lively text captures C.J.'s hopes and fears, accompanied by expressive illustrations that use varied perspectives to good effect. Kindness abounds in this holiday tale of unexpected friendship."--Kirkus Reviews
-- (9/8/2025 12:00:00 AM)
"This story is a light and fun glimpse into family holiday life for those who do or do not observe Hanukkah."--School Library Journal
-- (8/13/2025 12:00:00 AM)
"Watercolor- and ink-style illustrations lend a homespun, coloring-book warmth to a congenial cat-and-mouse picture book that honors Judaism's tradition of holiday hospitality."--Publishers Weekly
-- (7/28/2025 12:00:00 AM)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.9 Inches (H) x 9.9 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)
Weight: .9 Pounds
Suggested Age: 7-8 Years
Number of Pages: 32
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Holidays & Celebrations
Publisher: Kar-Ben Publishing (R)
Theme: Hanukkah
Format: Hardcover
Author: Joy Nelkin Wieder
Language: English
Street Date: October 14, 2025
TCIN: 1001547058
UPC: 9798765644249
Item Number (DPCI): 247-04-6025
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.9 pounds
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