What happens when doing what makes a friend happy doesn’t feel right for you?
Join Stanky the jeep and Cece the dog as they set out for a day of excitement by the river with their friends. When Stanky makes a choice to please Cece—even though it goes against what he knows is best—things quickly spiral out of control.
Through their adventure, Stanky and Cece discover the importance of standing up for themselves, being true to their values, and understanding what it means to be a responsible friend. Their journey highlights that the best adventures happen when we make choices that respect both ourselves and those around us.
Co-authors Chad Hanstedt and Kathy Sparrow, along with illustrators Jacob Gray and James Koenig, bring Stanky & Cece’s world to life in this engaging installment of their series.
Stanky & Cece: Out of Control is a perfect introduction for children ages 3-8 to the joys of adventure, the beauty of nature, and the importance of self-confidence, responsibility, and making amends.
This delightful book:
Inspires children to make choices that reflect their own values.
Shows that everyone makes mistakes and can learn from them.
Teaches that forgiveness is possible when we take responsibility
Appeals to kids who love animals, vehicles, and outdoor fun.
Works beautifully as a read-aloud for story time or for independent reading.
Embark on this adventure with Stanky and Cece, and discover how making the right choices can lead to the most rewarding experiences!
What Readers Are Saying!
“A lesson in each book: I love the Stanky & Cece series of books. They are beautifully illustrated, and each book has a lesson for children. Teachers will love the questions at the end to engage children in discussion.” ~ Mike N
“Good kids' book: Fun, colorful graphics. Good story, easy for kids to read & good moral at the end.” Brad Herseth
“Perfect for my 6-year-old: We loved this book and read it multiple days in a row. My 6-year-old is learning some big words, like 'trespassing'! So excited to buy the next one in the series.” ~ David N.
“Creative Story: This is such a sweet story about friendship and ethics. The cartoon imagery is darling. I bought a book for all of my friends with Littles.” Heather Freeman
“Love this book! My 5-year-old granddaughter loves this book and the questions at the end. She had a great time talking with her mom at bedtime. Well done! Can hardly wait to buy the next book.” ~ Evans
“My grandson’s love of jeeps and mud personified!! The book is easily relatable to our 3-year-old grandson. He could remember the characters' names and retell the story in his own words after having it read to him just a couple of times. His new favorite!” ~ JoAnn (Grant) Cannon
“Great children's book: “Bought this book for my brother's son, and it’s easily his favorite read. The lessons in this story are great for young kids, easy to read, and keep them engaged.” ~ Anonymous
