Join in the Fun!
Join best friends Stanky the jeep and Cece the dog as they discover that every adventure is a chance to make smart decisions and take responsibility for what they do. In Stanky & Cece: Break the Rules, the duo sets off on an exciting journey, but one poor choice leads to trouble—and chaos for a family of rabbits.
Through their misadventures, Stanky and Cece learn the importance of making good choices, saying sorry when they make mistakes, and doing their best to make things right. Their story shows that adventures are most enjoyable—and safe—when we follow the rules and think before we act.
Co-authors Chad Hanstedt and Kathy Sparrow, together with illustrators Jacob Gray and James Koenig, bring the charming world of Stanky & Cece to life in the first book of this delightful series.
Stanky & Cece: Break the Rules is perfect for children ages 3-8, offering a fun introduction to the joys of adventure, the beauty of nature, and the value of responsibility and making amends.
This engaging book:
- Inspires children to seek out opportunities to make positive choices
- Reminds readers that everyone makes mistakes sometimes
- Teaches that mistakes can be forgiven and fixed
- Appeals to kids who love animals, vehicles, and the outdoors
- Is ideal for story time or for young readers to enjoy on their own
Embark on an adventure with Stanky and Cece—and discover the power of making good choices!
Adventures can be fun and safe—when we follow the rules and make the right decisions.
“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.”
“As someone who used to teach early reading, I REALLY appreciate how the authors constructed a meaningful story with minimal language and many words that can be read by an early reader. It’s harder than it looks to achieve that!
“I loved this book for several reasons. First, it’s about a Jeep… and a very cute one at that. The illustrations are vibrant and eye-catching as well, but the message really won my heart. We all make mistakes, and learning what to do after you make a mistake gives kids some tools to work with. Introducing the concept of making amends at a young age is brilliant. Four tires up! : ) Highly recommended.”
“My four and two-year-old nephews loved this book! They both love Jeeps and mischief and are becoming aware of their impact on others… :0) They were drawn to the fun illustrations. I appreciate how the message is delivered in a constructive way without shaming, and the questions at the back are a bonus.
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
