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96 pp.
| Holiday |
January, 1998 |
TradeISBN 0-8234-1357-8
(4)
K-3
Pals Brian and Josh have a great idea for their science fair project: hypnotize Brian's dog to make him think he's a cat. Their experiment seems to have a limited effect on the dog, but Josh soon starts exhibiting feline behavior. Although the story is sometimes too obvious, kids will relish the absurd premise and the ensuing high jinks, as well as the snappy, realistic dialogue and surprise ending.