In "Houndsley and Catina and the Quiet Time," by Marie-Louise Gay, the beloved canine and feline friends embark on a gentle adventure that underscores the joys of friendship and the beauty of quiet moments. As Houndsley prepares to enjoy a peaceful day of reading, Catina decides to join him, but her playful and energetic nature disrupts their tranquil plans. Together, they explore the importance of balance between activity and stillness, learning to appreciate each other's differences. With charming illustrations and heartfelt themes, this story celebrates companionship, understanding, and the magic found in shared moments of quietude. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book features in the following series: Candlewick Sparks, Houndsley And Catina .

This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-4th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 5-9 years.

There are 42 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by Candlewick Press, U. S. .

Marie-Louise Gay is an outstanding artist and children's author. She is the recipient of the Governor General's Award (Canada) as well as numerous other prizes. She lives with her family in Montreal, Canada. James Howe is the author of more than seventy books for young readers, including the award-winning Bunnicula series and the highly acclaimed young adult novel, The Watcher. He lives in New York State, USA.