Crenshaw

The book follows the story of a young boy named Jackson who is struggling with his family's financial hardships. As they face the possibility of living in their minivan again, Jackson's imaginary friend, a large and outspoken cat named Crenshaw, reappears to help him cope. The novel, written by Katherine Applegate, explores themes of family, friendship, and resilience, and highlights the significance of friends, whether real or imaginary. It also has Common Core connections.