Dog Man 4 Dog Man and Cat Kid by Dav Pilkey

Dog Man 4: Dog Man and Cat Kid is the fourth book in the popular Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey. The series follows the adventures of Dog Man, a crime-fighting canine with a real nose for justice, and his new feline sidekick, Cat Kid. In this installment, Dog Man and Cat Kid team up to solve a mystery on a movie set, where a glamorous movie starlet has gone missing.

Plot

The story begins with Dog Man, the heroic hound with a real nose for justice, getting a new sidekick in the form of a super-cute kitten named Cat Kid. Together, they have a mysterious caper to sniff out when a new kitty sitter arrives and a glamorous movie starlet goes missing. The duo must work together to solve the mystery and save the day.

Features

• Colorful, full-page illustrations bring the characters and story to life
• Flip-o-rama inserts add an interactive element to the book
• Humorous dialogue and situations make for a fun and entertaining read
• Themes of friendship, loyalty, and embracing differences are subtly woven throughout the story

Awards and Reviews

• Kirkus Reviews, starred review: “High-intensity, heartwarming, and, above all, hysterically funny.”
• School Library Journal, starred review: “Riotously funny and original.”
• Booklist, starred review: “An utter, unfettered delight.”
• Publishers Weekly, starred review: “Readers (of any age) will be giggling from start to finish.”

About the Author

Dav Pilkey is a bestselling author and illustrator of children’s books, including the Captain Underpants and Dumb Bunnies series. He was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia as a child and credits his love of drawing and storytelling for helping him cope with his challenges. Pilkey’s books are known for their humor, imagination, and ability to engage young readers.

Target Audience

Dog Man 4: Dog Man and Cat Kid is suitable for readers of all ages, from early readers to adults. The book’s humor, illustrations, and engaging storyline make it an entertaining read for kids, while its themes of friendship and loyalty will resonate with parents and educators.