About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is starting to find their own voice and loves pointing out when things are just plain wrong. It is a perfect choice for the budding reader who is easily frustrated by traditional learning or who finds joy in being the expert in the room. Through a hilarious meta-fictional battle between a dog and his own book, it transforms the reading experience into a collaborative game where the child gets to take the dog's side. The story follows Max, a dog who is increasingly annoyed by a narrator who keeps calling him a cat. As Max argues with the text, children are introduced to the power of self-advocacy and the humor found in standing up for the truth. It is an ideal bridge for 4 to 8 year olds who are transitioning from being read to into reading independently, offering them a chance to correct the narrator and practice reading with high-energy expression and confidence.
