Hammock for Two: An Empathy Story

By Shoshana Stopek and Gal Weizman

Sid the koala has a perfect new hammock, has found two perfect trees, and is ready for the perfect snooze. He can’t wait for his peaceful nap. Unfortunately, there is nothing peaceful about Sid’s neighbor. Marvin is so excited to have a new neighbor that he won’t leave Sid alone, which annoys Sid to no end. Will Sid realize how insensitive he’s being and show some empathy so these two koalas can be friends?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Capstone Young Readers
• Release date: Jan 1, 2022
• ISBN: 9781666332360

Shoshana Stopek

Shoshana Stopek is the author of several children’s books, including Hammock for Two: An Empathy Story, Heads Up!: A Resilience Story, Out-of-Control Rhino, and Sometimes Cows Wear Polka Dots. She has also written stories about Spider-Man, Jane Foster: The Mighty Thor, Scooby-Doo, and many other cool characters. When she’s not writing, she works for an entertainment company and looks for her next big story idea. She lives in Los Angeles with her daughter. Visit her at shoshanastopek.com and follow her on Instagram and Twitter @shoshanastopek.

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