Skippyjon Jones in the Doghouse

Sent to his room for a time-out, a big-eared Siamese kitten imagines himself as a swashbuckling Chihuahua hero who must chase a menacing Bobble-ito out of his friends' doghouse.

For the kid whose punishments turn into full-blown adventures the second the door closes, Skippyjon Jones in the Doghouse turns a time-out into the wildest room in the house.

• Big idea: Imagination turns even a punishment into a place to be brave.
• Vibes: Bouncy, silly, and full of swagger, with a Southwestern flair and rhyming Spanish wordplay.

• enjoy goofy voices and made-up words
• like to turn ordinary moments into imaginary adventures
• are working on handling time-outs and consequences
• love a swaggering hero who saves the day

• Story & problem-solving: What did Skippyjon Jones imagine he needed to do to help the Chihuahuas?
• Feelings & empathy: How do you think the Chihuahuas felt when the Bobble-ito took over their doghouse?
• Real-life connection: What do you like to imagine when you're sent to your room?
• Imagination: If you turned into a hero during your time-out, what would you call yourself?
• Character: Why do you think Skippyjon imagines himself as 'El Skippito' instead of just himself?