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 doppelgänger. 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