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See the Dog: Three Stories About a Cat

Series: See the Cat
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See the Dog: Three Stories About a Cat by David LaRochelle is a delightful children's book that presents three humorous tales of a cat filling in for a dog. The playful cat finds itself in various situations, trying to complete tasks that are usually meant for the dog, leading to amusing and unexpected outcomes. The stories are charming, encouraging early readers to enjoy the differences between cats and dogs while celebrating the uniqueness of each character.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate humorous children's stories. It's perfect for young readers who love inventive tales involving pets with unique personalities. The book's charming illustrations and delightful adventures make it an engaging and entertaining read for both kids and adults alike.

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See the Dog: Three Stories About a Cat

"Max the dog is sick today, but have no fear--Baby Cakes the cat is happy to take his place! But when the book tells her to dig a hole, fetch a stick, and guard the sheep, the cat responds in very un-doglike ways" -- Back cover.

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What happens when a cat tries to be a dog? With this second wry primer, the creators of See the Cat return to demonstrate that standing in for a friend can be trickier than expected.

The dog is sick today, but have no fear—the cat is happy to take his place! But when the book (who is very bossy) tells her to dig a hole, the dirt-averse cat finds a way to accomplish the task while keeping her fur pristine.

And when the book demands that she fetch a stick (in the water!) or guard a sheep (from a wolf!), the cat responds in very un-doglike ways. Can the book and the cat reach a happy ending?

With simple, repetitive phrases and tongue-in-cheek humour, this spoof on a classic early reader pits a well-meaning but slightly dramatic cat against a highly persistent book in a comical battle of wits that will have kids yowling.

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See the Dog: Three Stories About a Cat is lauded for its engaging and humorous narrative, suitable for young readers. The illustrations by Wohnoutka heighten the comedic effect, providing laughter and surprise. The book cleverly uses simple text and a playful structure, making it both accessible and entertaining, with a format that encourages early reading confidence.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781536216295

Publisher: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 14 September 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Mike Wohnoutka

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 173.0mm

Height: 238.0mm

Weight: 352g

Pages: 64

About the Author

David LaRochelle is the author of many books for young readers, including Isle of You, illustrated by Jaime Kim, and How to Apologize and See the Cat: Three Stories About a Dog, both illustrated by Mike Wohnoutka. See David LaRochelle in White Bear Lake, Minnesota.

Mike Wohnoutka has illustrated more than thirty books for young readers, including How to Apologize and See the Cat: Three Stories About a Dog, both by David LaRochelle. He is also the author-illustrator of several picture books, including the Croc & Turtle series. See Mike Wohnoutka in Minneapolis.

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