In this companion book to They All Saw a Cat and Inside Cat,a journey home leads to unexpected adventures for a cat and dog. A playfulimaginative story of friendshipempathyand discovery by Caldecott Honor winner Brendan Wenzel. Cat and Dog are headed home. A simple route lies ahead of them . . . or does it? There’s so much to see and smell and hearand the two of them experience the world very differently. A streamfor instanceis watery fun for Dogbut it may not be so delightful for Cat! As their journey becomes an adventure full of unexpected twists and turnsCat and Dog show that it’s possible for two creatures to travel in the world together despite their distinctive perspectives and abilities–and even to appreciate and enjoy them. With the irresistible read-aloud appeal of Brendan Wenzel’s They All Saw a Catwinner of the Caldecott Honorthis is a funnyexuberant companion tale that’s an imaginative tribute to empathyfriendshipand understanding. RESPECTING DIFFERENCES: Cat and Dog experience life in almost opposite ways. Through their eyeschildren will see how the same situation or problem can be handled differently depending on the perspective and ability of the creature living through itbuilding their empathy and understanding. DELIGHTFUL VISUALS: This picture book is full of visual surprises and Easter eggsand readers will love turning back to find details that hint at developments to come on the journey. The dog’s and cat’s art styles evolve throughoutbecoming more developed and exaggerated but ending with a unified style that incorporates both their points of view as their friendship is affirmed and strengthened. ENCOURAGES EXPLORATION: The path home is both a familiar route and a new experience as Cat and Dog make surprising–sometimes unpleasant–discoveries along the way. The subtle message about appreciating the small moments in everyday routines and the possibilities that await when we step outside them is perfect for young readers. BELOVED AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR: Brendan Wenzel is a bestselling authorCaldecott Honor-winning artistand sought-after speaker at schools and libraries. His books They All Saw a CatHello HelloA Stone Sat Stilland Inside Cat have received multiple awards and starred reviews and are family and classroom favorites. FUN READ-ALOUD BOOK: Rhythmic text coupled with compelling artwork and a comforting ending make this perfect for story timebedtimeor both! Perfect for: Parentsgrandparentseducatorsand educators Preschool and kindergarten-level readers Pet owners Gift givers looking for a funinteractive family read-aloud book Fans of Brendan Wenzel Fans of picture books like Hot DogThe Kissing HandWhat Do You Do With a Problem?and The Day the Crayons Quit