This One's About... Lauren Isaacson

Curious Sidney and cautious JoJo are heading to Thailand, where Mama lives—but getting there means crates, conveyor belts, two airplane rides, a vet visit, and quarantine. Lauren Isaacson’s picture book The Tales of Sidney and JoJo: Adventures in Thailand imagines the real-life overseas journey of her two cats through their very different personalities. Along the way, young readers encounter tropical sights and sounds, Thai customs and words, temple cats, and the challenge of finding courage when everything feels unfamiliar. This conversation looks at how Isaacson’s experience as an educator shaped a playful story about travel, change, resilience, and curiosity about other cultures. Listen to This One’s About…, a podcast by Mission Point Press, and follow the show for more conversations with books and authors.