Up on Bob

Written by Mary Sullivan

A dog seeks rest, but a mischievous cat has other plans.

4.0/7 Bookroo expert·4.1/5 Goodreads · 590 ratings

40 pages· 142 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud· AD220L

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Bookroo's summary

Bob the dog loves his naps after a hard day's work, but his peace is disrupted by a curious cat who won't leave him alone. As Bob tries to ignore the feline intruder, the cat has playful ideas that challenge Bob's patience. Will Bob find a way to enjoy his rest, or will the cat's antics lead to unexpected friendship? Dive into this delightful tale of rivalry and camaraderie, where the age-old cat-and-dog dynamic takes a humorous twist.

From the publisher

★ “Perfect pacing builds suspense and adds to the hilarity.” –Booklist, STARRED Review ★ “Sullivan again displays her gift for concise animal comedy.”–The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books, STARRED review Geisel Honor winner Mary Sullivan humorously and deftly delivers a sweet spin on cat-and-dog rivalry. Perfect for fans of Kelly DiPucchio and Vera Brosgol. Bob the dog doesn’t mind hard work when it means he can reward himself with a nap. But Someone is watching him sleep! Hopefully they will just go away if Bob lies really still. But Someone, who happens to be a cat, has other things in mind. Up on Bob is a humorous tale about sharing, working hard–and sleeping even harder. With irresistibly sly illustrations and pitch perfect pet dynamics, Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Mary Sullivan tells a sweet tale of friendship with a fresh new spin on the age-old cat-and-dog rivalry.

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