A funny, full-color picture book for ages 2-5 about friendship, sick-day snuggles, and a very naughty kitty who has absolutely no plans to be quiet.
Jimmy needs a nap. Arthur has a bell.
This is going to be a very long day.
In Jimmy & Arthur: Oh, Meow! ACHOO! by Annette Westwood, a cozy day at home becomes a comedy of interruptions. Jimmy has a cold and wants to curl up under his green plaid blanket. Arthur wants his favorite playmate back. Right now, preferably.
Arthur brings tissues. Then more tissues. He brings blankets. Then more blankets. And when Max brings a little bell for Jimmy to ring if he needs something, Arthur discovers a wonderful new activity.
DING! DING! DING!
Being quiet? Arthur can do that. For three whole seconds.
This 32-page picture book pairs short, playful text with expressive illustrations that carry the comedy from page to page. Jimmy's tired looks and Arthur's enormous enthusiasm create a familiar friendship: one wants a little space, and the other wants to be right in his face. There is sneaking, staring, pouting, and the very serious business of checking whether someone is asleep-by waking him up.
For toddlers and preschoolers, the repeated phrases and big sound effects offer opportunities to join in. Children can supply the sneezes, imitate the snores, spot Arthur's hiding place, and tell the naughty kitty what he should do next. Adults can play up the contrast between sleepy Jimmy and impossible-to-ignore Arthur, making the story suited to animated bookstore story times as well as reading together at home.
Underneath the mischief is a gentle story about patience, empathy, and caring for a friend. Arthur is not trying to be mean. He misses playing with Jimmy. His disappointment gives young children a recognizable feeling, while Jimmy's need for rest opens a simple conversation about noticing what someone else needs. The affectionate ending brings the story back to comfort, closeness, and kindness.
For booksellers, librarians, and gift buyers, ACHOO! offers several natural ways to connect the book with young readers:
- A humorous animal story for children who love cats, kittens, and mischievous characters.
- A comforting sick-day read for a child resting at home.
- A preschool read-aloud with simple dialogue, repetition, and sounds children can join in with.
- A friendship story that invites conversations about patience, personal space, and helping others.
- A cozy picture book for parents and grandparents to share at bedtime or during an afternoon cuddle.
Part of the Jimmy & Arthur: Oh, Meow! series, this story can be enjoyed on its own and introduces new readers to the pair's contrasting personalities. It is a natural companion for collections of funny animal picture books, stories about feelings and friendship, and family read-aloud favorites.
For the child who always wants to play-and the grown-up who has ever wished for five quiet minutes-Jimmy and Arthur offer a shared laugh and a soft place to land.
One sleepy kitty. One very noisy kitty. A whole lot of love.
Now, somebody please take away that bell.
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