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Dog Man

Series: Dog Man
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Dog Man by Dav Pilkey is a humorous and engaging children's book that follows the adventures of a dog-headed cop hero. Created from the best traits of a dog and a policeman, Dog Man faces off against various villainous foes. Pilkey's trademark comic-style illustrations and playful storytelling make for an entertaining read full of laughter and unexpected twists.
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You might enjoy this book if you love action-packed, humorous stories featuring a heroic canine with the heart of a dog, but the body of a policeman. It's full of engaging adventures and laugh-out-loud moments, perfect for young readers who appreciate a good blend of comedy and creativity.

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Dog Man

George and Harold have created a new super-hero who digs into deception. When Greg the police dog and his cop companion are injured on the job, a life-saving surgery changes the course of history. With the head of a dog and the body of a human, Dog Man has a nose for justice. But can he resist the call of the wild to answer the call of duty?

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George and Harold have created a new hero who digs into deception, claws after crooks, and rolls over robbers. When Greg the police dog and his cop companion are injured on the job, a life-saving surgery changes the course of history and Dog Man is born.

With the head of a dog and the body of a human, this heroic hound has a real nose for justice. But can he resist the call of the wild to answer the call of duty?

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Dog Man by Dav Pilkey is praised for its humour, creativity, and vibrant illustrations, engaging young readers with its blend of action and comedy. Many reviews highlight the book's ability to encourage reluctant readers and its appeal to both children and adults alike. Parents and educators often appreciate its underlying themes of friendship and heroism.

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ISBN: 9780545581608

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 September 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Dav Pilkey

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 540g

Pages: 240

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About the Author

When Dav Pilkey was a kid, he was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia. Dav was so disruptive in class that his teachers made him sit out in the hallway every day. Luckily, Dav loved to draw and make up stories. He spent his time in the hallway creating his own original comic books -- the very first adventures of Dog Man and Captain Underpants.

In college, Dav met a teacher who encouraged him to illustrate and write. He won a national competition in 1986 and the prize was the publication of his first book, World War Won. He made many other books before being awarded the 1998 California Young Reader Medal for Dog Breath, which was published in 1994, and in 1997 he won the Caldecott Honor for The Paperboy.

The Adventures of Super Diaper Baby, published in 2002, was the first complete graphic novel spin-off from the Captain Underpants series and appeared at #6 on the USA Today bestseller list for all books, both adult and children's, and was also a New York Times bestseller. It was followed by Super Diaper Baby 2: The Invasion of the Potty Snatchers, also a USA Today bestseller. The unconventional style of these graphic novels is intended to encourage uninhibited creativity in kids.

His stories are semi-autobiographical and explore universal themes that celebrate friendship, tolerance, and the triumph of the good-hearted.

Dav loves to kayak in the Pacific Northwest with his wife.


When Dav Pilkey was a kid, he was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia. Dav was so disruptive in class that his teachers made him sit out in the hallway every day. Luckily, Dav loved to draw and make up stories. He spent his time in the hallway creating his own original comic books -- the very first adventures of Dog Man and Captain Underpants.

In college, Dav met a teacher who encouraged him to illustrate and write. He won a national competition in 1986 and the prize was the publication of his first book, World War Won. He made many other books before being awarded the 1998 California Young Reader Medal for Dog Breath, which was published in 1994, and in 1997 he won the Caldecott Honor for The Paperboy.

The Adventures of Super Diaper Baby, published in 2002, was the first complete graphic novel spin-off from the Captain Underpants series and appeared at #6 on the USA Today bestseller list for all books, both adult and children's, and was also a New York Times bestseller. It was followed by Super Diaper Baby 2: The Invasion of the Potty Snatchers, also a USA Today bestseller. The unconventional style of these graphic novels is intended to encourage uninhibited creativity in kids.

His stories are semi-autobiographical and explore universal themes that celebrate friendship, tolerance, and the triumph of the good-hearted.

Dav loves to kayak in the Pacific Northwest with his wife.

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