The subtle dance of friendship — from holding your tongue to knowing what to say — is played out in three sweetly humorous tales about an unlikely, likable pair.
Catina wants to be a famous writer. Houndsley is an excellent cook. Catina thinks Houndsley is a wonder. Houndsley thinks Catina is a very good friend. So what should Houndsley say about Catina’s seventy-four-chapter memoir? And can Catina find the right words of comfort for Houndsley after the big cooking contest fiasco? James Howe’s funny and endearing world of ginger tea, no-bean chili, and firefly watching is brought to life in cozy watercolors by Marie-Louise Gay in this tender chapter book about what it means to be friends.
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The dog and cat exude emotion and motion in modest, vintage homes and beautiful outdoor settings. This intimate look at friendship is a welcome addition to series such as Arnold Lobel’s ‘Frog and Toad.' —School Library Journal
The lively, brisk writing is wonderfully extended in Gay’s airy watercolor-and-pencil illustrations, which keep the focus on the caring friends. —Booklist
This charming trio of chapters implicitly testifies to the adage that opposites attract. —Publishers Weekly
Pleasantly seasoned. —Kirkus Reviews
Howe clearly has another winner with HOUNDSLEY AND CATINA —BookPage
Gay’s swirling watercolor illustrations are a delight. —The Advocate (Baton Rouge)
An animal tale both funny and wise. —Washington Parent
Delightful . . . Marie-Louise Gay’s watercolors are sweet and cheery. —Scholastic Parent & Child
Marie-Louise Gay’s illustrations are a joy. —Waterbury Republican-American
The airy cartoons convey the humor of the simple narrative and the characters’ affectionate relationship. —SLJ’s Curriculum Connections
Both friends love and support the other, and they come to the conclusion that doing what you love is important. Marie-Louise Gay’s soft watercolors…are gently humorous and endearing. —Reading Today
A delightful and well-written introductory chapter book. —Curled Up With A Good Kids’ Book
James Howe is the acclaimed author of more than seventy books for young readers, including the much-lauded Bunnicula and its sequels.
Marie-Louise Gay is the author and illustrator of many award-winning books, including the Stella and Sam series.
The subtle dance of friendship — from holding your tongue to knowing what to say — is played out in three sweetly humorous tales about an unlikely, likable pair.
Catina wants to be a famous writer. Houndsley is an excellent cook. Catina thinks Houndsley is a wonder. Houndsley thinks Catina is a very good friend. So what should Houndsley say about Catina’s seventy-four-chapter memoir? And can Catina find the right words of comfort for Houndsley after the big cooking contest fiasco? James Howe’s funny and endearing world of ginger tea, no-bean chili, and firefly watching is brought to life in cozy watercolors by Marie-Louise Gay in this tender chapter book about what it means to be friends.
Awards
SELECTION ALA Notable Children's Book
SELECTION Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Books
Praise
The dog and cat exude emotion and motion in modest, vintage homes and beautiful outdoor settings. This intimate look at friendship is a welcome addition to series such as Arnold Lobel’s ‘Frog and Toad.' —School Library Journal
The lively, brisk writing is wonderfully extended in Gay’s airy watercolor-and-pencil illustrations, which keep the focus on the caring friends. —Booklist
This charming trio of chapters implicitly testifies to the adage that opposites attract. —Publishers Weekly
Pleasantly seasoned. —Kirkus Reviews
Howe clearly has another winner with HOUNDSLEY AND CATINA —BookPage
Gay’s swirling watercolor illustrations are a delight. —The Advocate (Baton Rouge)
An animal tale both funny and wise. —Washington Parent
Delightful . . . Marie-Louise Gay’s watercolors are sweet and cheery. —Scholastic Parent & Child
Marie-Louise Gay’s illustrations are a joy. —Waterbury Republican-American
The airy cartoons convey the humor of the simple narrative and the characters’ affectionate relationship. —SLJ’s Curriculum Connections
Both friends love and support the other, and they come to the conclusion that doing what you love is important. Marie-Louise Gay’s soft watercolors…are gently humorous and endearing. —Reading Today
A delightful and well-written introductory chapter book. —Curled Up With A Good Kids’ Book
Author
James Howe is the acclaimed author of more than seventy books for young readers, including the much-lauded Bunnicula and its sequels.
Marie-Louise Gay is the author and illustrator of many award-winning books, including the Stella and Sam series.
