Sophie and the Heidelberg Cat

by Andrew Wilson, Helena Perez Garcia (Illustrator)

Overview

This book, meant to be read aloud to children ages 4–7, communicates rich theology and the gospel of grace through a conversation between a guilty child and a talking cat.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781433564185
Publisher:	Crossway
Publication date:	09/03/2019
Pages:	36
Sales rank:	616,170
Product dimensions:	8.80(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	3 - 7 Years

About the Author

Andrew Wilson (PhD, King’s College London) is the teaching pastor at King’s Church London and a columnist for Christianity Today. He is the author of several books, including Incomparable; Echoes of Exodus; and God of All Things. Andrew is married to Rachel and they have three children: Zeke, Anna, and Samuel.

Helena Perez Garcia is a London-based illustrator who specializes in portraits, editorial illustration, and book illustration. Her work is inspired by art, literature, and films, and has been featured by publishing houses, publications, and newspapers, such as Penguin Random House and BuzzFeed.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

“I think kids of all ages will enjoy the intriguing dialogue between Sophie and her neighbor’s cat. It gives parents a lot to think about, too. Even better— everyone will remember the most comforting, time-tested answer to the question of all questions: What is your only comfort in life and in death?”
—Gloria Furman, author, Labor with Hope and Missional Motherhood

Editorial Reviews

10/28/2019

Sophie is in the midst of emotional upheaval after a series of quarrels with her family. Then the neighbors’ cat appears at her window and speaks to her. Taken aback, the girl guiltily tells the cat everything, adding, “And worst of all, I’ve even upset God! And the Bible says that means I’m really bad.” The cat invites her for a walk, where they discuss the entity’s intent for humankind toward goodness, kindness, and obedience. They discuss the difficulty in maintaining strength of character: “Hope doesn’t come from the good things we do. It comes as a gift, from what Jesus has done.” Back matter includes a note to parents about the doctrines put forth by the Heidelberg Catechism, which directly inspired the conversation between Sophie and the cat. An inventive resource for families seeking ways to speak to their children about a Christian theological mainstay. Ages 5–6. (Sept.)

Publishers Weekly