Hondo & Fabian by Peter McCarty

Title: Hondo & Fabian

Author: Peter McCarty

Length: 40 pages

Publisher: Square Fish

Classification: Children's Book, Caldecott Honor, Animals

Release Date: June 2007

Source: Paperback 

Hondo the dog has a fun day at the beach while Fabian the cat stays home. " Wake up, Hondo. Time to go!"Hondo will have an adventure.Fabian will stay home. A dog named Hondo and his friend Fred are going to the beach for a day of excitement. Fabian the cat is left behind at home to play with the baby. Who will cause more trouble? And who will have more fun?Peter McCarty's exquisite illustrations and understated wit turn an ordinary day in the lives of two pets into a rare delight. 

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Cutie Pie's Thoughts:

What is this book about?

Hondo goes to the beach and Fabian stays home. Fabian plays with the baby and Hondo gets to play with his friend, Fred.

What was your favorite part of the story?

When they said "Goodnight Baby".

Why did you like it?

 Because I think they both said it at the same time. And it is cute. The dog and cat both saying goodnight to a baby.

Is there anything you didn't like about this book?

No.

Do you like the illustrations?

Yes. 

Who do you think will like this book?

Everyone that likes cats and dogs. 

Cutie Pie's Rating:

My Thoughts:

A cute book. I like that even though Hondo and Fabian are not going to the same place, they are having similar adventures.
Hondo goes to the beach and plays with Fred. They dive in the water, have fun, and he wishes he could eat.
While Hondo is at the beach Fabian is at home. He plays with the baby, dives for the door, has his own fun, and wishes he could eat a turkey sandwich. Then Hondo comes home and they have dinner. They go to their favorite places near each other and go to sleep.
It is a cute way to show that even though they are different, they have similarities.

The illustrations are adorable.

Wonderful book for children that like cats and dogs. It is a very quick read. I think younger children will enjoy the story more.

My Rating: