Details Condition: BRAND NEW Format: Paperback ISBN: 9781444949483 Publisher: Hodder Children's Books Age Range: 5-7 years Overview Claude Best in Show is a special World Book Day 2019 mini-adventure starring Alex T. Smith's beloved canine hero. Perfect for newly independent readers, this short, funny story follows Claude and his sidekick Sir Bobblysock as they scheme their way into the Great Waggy Avenue Dog Show. Playful illustrations and warm humour make it an ideal first chapter book, encouraging reading for pleasure in a compact, pocket-money-friendly paperback that's brilliant value for classrooms, libraries and family bookshelves alike. About the Book Meet Claude - the ordinary dog with an extraordinary life. In this exclusive World Book Day 2019 title, the Great Waggy Avenue Dog Show is on, and there are medals galore to be won. Claude nearly wags his tail off with excitement, and Sir Bobblysock's bobbles tingle too - if only they knew a dog so the pair could take part. Ever resourceful, Claude hatches a cunning plan, dressing Sir Bobblysock up as a dog named "Butch" so they can enter the competition together. What follows is classic Claude comedy, full of gentle mischief and warm, wry humour that has made the series a firm favourite in UK homes and schools. Alex T. Smith's clean illustrations sit alongside short, punchy chapters, making this an accessible read for children moving from picture books into their first chapter books. Originally published at just £1 for World Book Day, this specially commissioned short story captures the charm of the full-length Claude novels in miniature - a lovely introduction for new fans and a fun treat for children who already adore Claude and Sir Bobblysock from the wider series or TV adaptation. Whether read alone, shared at bedtime, or used in guided reading, it delivers laughs and warmth that keep young readers engaged. Short, funny chapters ideal for building reading confidence and stamina Charming black-and-white illustrations throughout support comprehension Compact paperback format is light and durable for school bags and travel Features fan-favourite characters Claude and Sir Bobblysock Great gift or add-on for fans of the wider Claude book series and TV show Encourages independent reading with an accessible, playful storyline About the Author Alex T. Smith is a bestselling and award-winning British author and illustrator, best known for creating the phenomenally popular Claude series, now adapted into an animated TV show on Disney Junior. He has also written Foxy Fights Back, Primrose, and Egg, and illustrated new editions of classics including The Hundred and One Dalmatians, winning the Children's Book of the World Illustration Award. Alex also illustrated the World Book Day 2014 title. Why You'll Love This Claude Story Funny, warm and beautifully illustrated, this bite-sized Claude adventure is perfect for encouraging reluctant readers, rewarding existing fans, and introducing new ones to one of Britain's best-loved canine heroes. Please Note: Book cover, ISBN and edition may vary slightly from the image shown; this listing is for the UK edition as described.