Dog Man #3: A Tale of Two Kitties

Dog Man #3: A Tale of Two Kitties brings more mayhem and mirth to the wildly popular graphic novel series by Dav Pilkey. This time, Dog Man must contend with double the trouble-Petey the cat has cloned himself, resulting in an adorable yet chaotic kitten doppelg¤nger. While the original Petey remains up to no good, the innocent clone presents new challenges that test Dog Man's problem-solving and patience. With its humorous play on Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities, this book introduces students to the concept of literary parody and encourages deeper engagement with character motivations. The fast-paced visuals and silly jokes ensure high engagement while supporting literacy and critical thinking skills.

Educational Benefits:

• Introduces literary references in a kid-friendly context
• Strengthens narrative understanding and plot prediction
• Supports reluctant readers with accessible formatting
• Encourages character analysis and empathy development

Classroom Ideas:

• Compare and contrast Petey and his clone
• Introduce the original A Tale of Two Cities and its themes
• Ask students to design their own comic strip using a classic title pun
• Explore the idea of œgood vs bad within one character

Safety & Information:

• Ages: 7-10 years
• Hardcover; Dimensions: 146 x 215 mm
• Safe for independent reading
• Durable format suitable for frequent use