Cat and Dog
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1960 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

Cat and Dog

By Else Holmelund Minarik, Fritz Siebel (Illustrator)

Part of the I Can Read series

Cat and Dog's antics lead to endless fun and laughter. Who will outplay whom?

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40 pages· 204 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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In a world of playful chaos, Cat and Dog are the ultimate mischievous duo. Whether it's Dog splashing in the birdbath or Cat munching on bones, their antics promise endless laughter. As they tease and play, their friendship shines through every hilarious moment. This delightful tale, with vibrant illustrations, invites young readers to join in the fun and discover who will outplay whom in this zany adventure. Perfect for beginning readers, this classic story celebrates the joy of friendship and the simple pleasures of playful rivalry.

From the publisher

Cat likes to tease Dog.Dog likes to tease Cat. But most of all, Cat and Dog like to have fun together. Boy, do they ever have fun!This happy story about two playful pets by the author of the Little Bear books has long been a favorite with beginning readers, and it now sports sparkling new full-color illustrations.

At a glance
Format
Pages
40
Words
204
Reading age
4–8
Audience
First Reader
Lexile
240L
Themes & topics
Books about catsBooks about dogs
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
0.8
F&P level
~H
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
101627
Publication
Published
January 3, 2017
First published
January 1, 1960
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780062651747

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