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What does it mean to make choices that truly matter?
In Stanky & Cece: Out of Control, best friends Stanky the jeep and Cece the dog are excited for a day of fun with their friends at the river. But when Stanky makes a decision just to please Cece—even though it doesn’t feel right to him—their adventure quickly spirals out of control.
Through their journey, Stanky and Cece discover that every adventure is an opportunity to make thoughtful choices, stand up for what feels right, and take responsibility for their actions. The story highlights that the best adventures happen when we honor our own values, respect our friends, and learn from our mistakes.
Co-authors Chad Hanstedt and Kathy Sparrow, along with illustrators Jacob Gray and James Koenig, bring Stanky and Cece’s world to life in this engaging story about friendship, self-confidence, and responsibility.
Stanky & Cece: Out of Control is an ideal read for children ages 3-8, introducing them to the excitement of adventure, the importance of making positive choices, and the value of making amends.
This delightful book:
- Encourages kids to think before they act and trust their instincts
- Shows that everyone makes mistakes—and that it’s okay to fix them
- Teaches the power of apology and making things right
- Appeals to children who love animals, vehicles, and the outdoors
- Is perfect for story time or independent reading
Join Stanky and Cece on their adventure—and discover how making good choices leads to fun, friendship, and growth!
“Storytime with the grandkids was a blast with Stanky and Cece! We can’t wait to read more of their adventures! My granddaughter loves to draw and really enjoys the illustrations. Such a fun 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.”
“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!”
“We have an autistic granddaughter, age 7, and she absolutely loves this book. At times, she can be in her own little world, but when Grandma pulls out Stanky and Cece, it’s definitely a fun time. It’s one of the few books we have she will hang onto every word and repeat so many of the phrases she hears when we read it to her. Love this book!”
Co-authors Chad Hanstedt and Kathy Sparrow team with Illustrators Jacob Gray and James Koenig to share the adventures and valuable lessons of Stanky & Cece. The adventures of Stanky & Cece are a wonderful way to introduce kids ages 3-8 to new adventures in exploring nature, being responsible for their actions, and making amends.
These engaging books:
- encourage children to look for opportunities to make the right choices
- affirm that everyone makes mistakes
- teaches children that mistakes can be forgiven
- appeals to kids’ enjoyment of animals, trucks, and nature
- can be read aloud for storytime or enjoyed as an independent read
