Houndsley and Catina at the Library
By James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
By James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
By James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
By James Howe
Illustrated by Marie-Louise Gay
Part of Candlewick Sparks
Part of Houndsley and Catina
Category: Children's Books
Category: Children's Books
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$5.99
Apr 12, 2022 | ISBN 9781536223590 | 5-8 years
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$15.99
Mar 10, 2020 | ISBN 9780763696627 | 5-8 years
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Praise
The charm of this amusing beginning-reader book is that just when the plot seems entirely predictable, the turn of a page surprises readers with a wacky left turn in the story, even while remaining true to the characters. Created with watercolor, pencil, and collage, the illustrations express varied emotions, maintaining a buoyant tone overall. Kudos to Howe and Gay for the seventh satisfying entry in the dependable Houndsley and Catina series.
—Booklist (starred review)
Themes of kindness, adapting to sudden change, and pursuing personal growth make this early reader a touchpoint for conversations. Even with these opportunities for dynamic discussion, the plot’s drama and stress are resolved in a quick and satisfying manner. A table of contents will make this outing feel like a chapter book, readers gaining confidence. Gentle existentialism for emergent readers.
—Kirkus Reviews
The watercolor, pencil, and collage illustrations are gentle and expressive, and the text is just right for readers transitioning into beginning chapter books. A good choice for early reader collections that works equally well as part of the series or as a standalone.
—School Library Journal
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