Punkie Speaks - by Stephen Michael Berberich (Paperback)

About the Book

Punkie Speaks is a heartwarming story of a friendship of an old man and an abandoned kitten he discovers on his property.

Book Synopsis

One night Old Man forgot to lock up and left his basement door open. The next morning Old Man discovered an abandoned kitten in his basement. She talked to Old Man who understood her cat words. Old Man knew how to care for the kitten because he volunteered at an animal shelter. Learn how he befriends and names the kitten, plays with her, teaches her lessons and gets her used to living in a home.

Punkie Speaks tells and shows children the values and rewards of when people show compassion for homeless animals and adopt one from outdoors or from a shelter.

Review Quotes

"Punkie Speaks encourages young children to practice compassion through a sweet, delightful story about the special bond that forms between an old man and a very cute cat! The story models kindness toward rescued and outdoor cats, which is especially important to teach children as these cats too often find themselves at the mercy of humans who do not treat them well," Louise Holton President and founder of Alley Cat Rescue.

"We are so grateful that you thought of us and that you are a supporter of our work. We love your story idea. Thanks for all this (Punkie Speaks) does for animals!" ASPCA's Strategic Cause Partnership.

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"We commend the incredible work that you are striving to do for animals across the country with this book (Punkie Speaks). We think that you have a truly wonderful idea and hope that it is very successful," Maddie's Fund, known as 'national champions of animal welfare.

"Punkie Speaks is a lovely story with a great message and I appreciate you sharing your draft with us," spokesperson, Animal Legal Defense Fund.