Little adventures. Lasting kindness.
Stephanie Schweitzer DixonCHILDREN’S STORIES

CHILDREN’S STORIES BY STEPHANIE SCHWEITZER DIXON

A Home for
the Kittens

A true childhood adventure filled with curiosity, sisterhood, and kindness.

Follow Mary and Jane into the woods, where the mother cat on the farm leads them to a very special discovery—five tiny kittens and a memory they will treasure forever.

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Inspired by a real childhood memory

A Home for the Kittens by Stephanie Schweitzer Dixon — cover showing two girls and a white cat on a woodland path beside a red barn.
ROOTED IN
a true story
CuriosityCompassionFriendshipA little woodland wonder

ON THE BOOKSHELF

One story.
So much heart.

A childhood memory, brought to life.
A story to enjoy together.

01 / THE BOOK

A Home for
the Kittens

by Stephanie Schweitzer Dixon

Two sisters. The mother cat on the farm. An unexpected discovery that becomes a lesson in caring for the smallest among us.

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BASED ON A TRUE CHILDHOOD ADVENTURE

Some discoveries
stay with us
forever.

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ABOUT THE STORY

A Little Adventure.
A Lasting Lesson
in Kindness.

A HOME FOR THE KITTENS
Stephanie Schweitzer Dixon

When the mother cat on the farm repeatedly leads them toward the woods, Mary and Jane become determined to discover where she is going.

Their curiosity leads to five tiny kittens—and an unforgettable experience filled with discovery, compassion, and caring for animals.

Inspired by a real childhood memory, A Home for the Kittens celebrates friendship, family, and the difference that simple acts of kindness can make.

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SMALL MOMENTS. MEANINGFUL LESSONS.

At the heart of the story

Curiosity &
Discovery

Exploring the world with wonder.

Kindness &
Compassion

Caring for animals and one another.

Friendship &
Family

Sharing meaningful experiences.

Inspired by a
True Story

A childhood memory brought to life.

MEET THE CHARACTERS

Two Sisters
Along the way

Mary & Jane
Mary and her sister Jane share a common goal of finding the mother cat's new family of kittens.
The mother cat
A protective mother cat tries to keep her kittens hidden in the trees.
Five tiny kittens
Two black, two black-and-white, and one white kitten are waiting to be found.
Stephanie holding a white cat on a snowy farm with red barns in the background.
Words from the heart.STEPHANIE SCHWEITZER DIXON

THE AUTHOR BEHIND THE STORY

Meet Stephanie
Schweitzer Dixon

Stephanie Schweitzer Dixon is the author of A Home for the Kittens, a children’s picture book inspired by a memorable experience from her childhood. Through this heartwarming story, she shares the wonder of childhood discovery and the importance of kindness, compassion, and caring for animals. This is the first of a series of stories that will be coming soon.

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SCHOOLS, LIBRARIES & COMMUNITY GROUPS

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with your community.

A Home for the Kittens invites conversations about kindness, empathy, friendship, and caring for animals. Discover a story to share during family reading time, classroom discussions, or community reading activities.

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Community reading programs

Animal welfare organizations

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YOUR NEXT STORYTIME

Bring a Little Kindness
to Storytime.

Share a heartwarming childhood adventure with a child you love.

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE BOOK

A little more to know.

What is A Home for the Kittens about?

A Home for the Kittens follows sisters Mary and Jane as they search for the mother cat on the farm and discover her new family of five kittens. The story explores curiosity, sisterhood, compassion, and caring for animals.

Is A Home for the Kittens based on a true story?

Yes. A Home for the Kittens is inspired by a real childhood memory of its author, Stephanie Schweitzer Dixon.

Who wrote A Home for the Kittens?

Stephanie Schweitzer Dixon is the author of A Home for the Kittens, a children’s picture book about a childhood adventure and caring for animals.

Where can I buy A Home for the Kittens?

You can buy A Home for the Kittens in paperback or hardcover from Amazon and Barnes & Noble. A Kindle edition is also available on Amazon. See each retailer’s listing for current formats, pricing, and availability.

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How can schools and libraries schedule a reading with Stephanie?

Schools, libraries, and community groups can email ssdixon1@gmail.com to ask about the book or arrange a reading with Stephanie. Please contact her directly to discuss availability.

What formats is A Home for the Kittens available in?

A Home for the Kittens is available in paperback, hardcover, and Kindle editions. Check Amazon and Barnes & Noble for current formats and availability.

What themes does A Home for the Kittens explore?

A Home for the Kittens explores curiosity, sisterhood, kindness, compassion, family, and caring for animals through Mary and Jane’s discovery of five kittens.

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