Meet your new friend, Harry. Harry is a cat without a roof over his head or a warm meal in his belly.
But he won't let that discourage him.
Because, with friends like you, Harry has hope for a brighter future!
Hello, Neighbor! is an illustrated children's book by Michael Gaulden, who grew up homeless in San Diego. The colorful, charming illustrations are by artist Rod Flower.
This book for early readers addresses homelessness in an honest, yet hopeful way. Harry shows us where he lives and introduces us to his friends, who care for and help each other as friends do.
Michael Gaulden tells the story of what it is like to be homeless in a way young children will understand. Hello, Neighbor! uses cats instead of people to portray the many reasons people end up homeless. Most view kittens/cats as friendly creatures and I think that is the image Gaulden wants to portray about homeless people - they are friendly, they just are going through a rough patch. Rod Flowers illustrations complement the text well and will help children visualize situations they may not have seen yet in their lives. Hello, Neighbor! would be a great story to use as a lead into a service project that in some way helps the homeless. The text even includes some items that would be good to collect. K-12 Christian school libraries should have a copy of Hello, Neighbor! in their collections. It is a good example of Matthew 25:40. I received a complimentary copy of Hello, Neighbor! This is my honest review.
Hello, Neighbor! by Michael Gaulden is a heartwarming children's book that introduces young readers to the challenges of homelessness through the story of Harry, a homeless cat 🐱 who remains hopeful thanks to the kindness of friends ❤️. With charming illustrations 🎨 by Rod Flower, the book presents a gentle message of empathy, kindness, and resilience 🌟. Written in soft rhyme, the story is easy for young children to understand and encourages compassion for those facing tough times 🤗. Perfect for sparking conversations about homelessness and kindness, this beautifully illustrated book is a meaningful read 📚 for kids and adults alike. Highly recommended! 🌈