REVIEWS+

See the Dog: Three Stories About a Cat

by David LaRochelle (text) & illus. by Mike Wohnoutka
Candlewick. Sept. 2021. 64p. Tr $8.99. ISBN 9781536216295.
COPY ISBN
K-Gr 2–A winning follow-up to See the Cat, and a counterpoint of the previous title with three stories about Cat trying to take the role of Dog due to illness. Cat has his own take on some canine activities (for example, digging is not good for the nails or fur in Cat’s opinion). Gouache illustrations capture the hilarity and readers will enjoy the three vignettes that provide a complete narrative arc of Cat’s day subbing in for Dog.
VERDICT Using simple language, humorous speech bubbles, and laugh-out loud funny illustrations LaRochelle has another winning early chapter book that readers will enjoy having read to them as well as conquering on their own.
Reviewed by John Scott, Friends Sch. of Baltimore , Jul 01, 2021

Be the first reader to comment.

Comment Policy:
  • Be respectful, and do not attack the author, people mentioned in the article, or other commenters. Take on the idea, not the messenger.
  • Don't use obscene, profane, or vulgar language.
  • Stay on point. Comments that stray from the topic at hand may be deleted.
  • Comments may be republished in print, online, or other forms of media.
  • If you see something objectionable, please let us know. Once a comment has been flagged, a staff member will investigate.

RELATED 

BLOGS

review: The Story of My Anger
by Edith Campbell
BLOGS

Cabin Head and Tree Head | Review
by J. Caleb Mozzocco
BLOGS

31 Days, 31 Lists: 2025 Transcendent Holiday Children’s Books
by Betsy Bird
BLOGS

Comparing Best Books of the Year Lists: Journals, Libraries, and Heavy Medal
by Steven Engelfried
BLOGS

31 Days, 31 Lists: 2025 Simple Picture Books
by Betsy Bird
BLOGS

Recent Graphic Novel Deals, November 2025 | News
by Johanna
More
ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?

We are currently offering this content for free. Sign up now to activate your personal profile, where you can save articles for future viewing

ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?