by William Steig (Author), William Steig (Illustrator)
When Caleb finds himself transformed into a dog and is unable to tell his wife his true identity, he decides to become her companion.
Caleb and Kate is a 1977 New York Times Book Review Notable Children's Book of the Year and Outstanding Book of the Year and a 1978 National Book Award Finalist for Children's Literature.
Author Biography
William Steig (1907-2003) was a cartoonist, illustrator and author of award-winning books for children, including Shrek!, on which the DreamWorks movies are based; the Caldecott Medal-winner Sylvester and the Magic Pebble; The Caldecott Honor book The Amazing Bone; and the Newbury Honor Books Abel's Island and Doctor De Soto. Stieg also published thirteen collections of drawings for adults, including The Lonely Ones, Male/Female, and Our Miserable Life.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.1 x 9.8 x 7.9 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: May 01, 1986
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Caleb & Kate
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 4.9
Point Value: 0.5
