Book description
When the going gets tough, Dog . . . takes a nap
Dog can Sit.
He can Stay.
He can even Dance.
But when he's in charge, can he keep the cats in line?
All one, two, three, four, five of them?
Illustrated by Caldecott winner, Dan Santat, and packed…
Why read it?
1 author picked Dog in Charge as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This is a very funny picture book about an obedient dog who is just trying to do the right thing –watching the somewhat unruly cats while the owners are out.
I love the relationship between the cats, who love the dog, and the dog as a responsible “babysitter.” It’s wonderfully written with humor and heart. Fun pictures, too!
From Karen's list on books about dogs from a dog person.
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