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Claude in the City Paperback – April 7, 2015

by Alex T. Smith (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 307 ratings
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When Mr. and Mrs. Shineyshoes leave for the day, their dog Claude and his sock puppet sidekick, Sir Bobblysock, travel to the city for the very first time. From Alex T. Smith's hilariously illustrated early chapter book series.

After arriving in the city, Claude and Sir Bobblysock go shopping, visit a museum, foil a robbery, and heal an entire hospital waiting room full of patients. What a wonderful day!

Quirky, delightfully odd, and positively surreal, Alex T. Smith's beloved Claude series promises fits of giggles for readers transitioning from picture books to chapter books. Two-color illustrations throughout.
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  1. Reading age
    7 - 9 years
  2. Part of series
    Claude
  3. Print length
    96 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    2 - 4
  6. Lexile measure
    680L
  7. Dimensions
    5.08 x 0.34 x 7.14 inches
  8. Publisher
    Peachtree
  9. Publication date
    April 7, 2015
  10. ISBN-10
    1561458430
  11. ISBN-13
    978-1561458431
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Claude funny illustrated chapter book series by Alex T. Smith

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"The tiny trim size and duo-tone artwork, all shades of black, grey, red, and pink, give this UK import a distinctly retro feel, and Claude–mostly head and snout–is an amiable, unintentional hero. . . It's cool and hipfeeling and, at times, quite funny. Kids who dig quirky Claude will await his next adventures." —Booklist

"With quirky illustrations and goofy humor, Claude's adventures will be catnip to 7- to 11-year-olds who like to laugh." —The Wall Street Journal

"Claude and his sidekick, a sock named Sir Bobblysock, prove to be foundations of good cheer and sweet humor. . . There's much to love in this resurrection of the cheerful city chronicle of the '60s. . . " —Publishers Weekly

"While there are no comics or superheroes, some of the wordplay (the doctor's name is Ivan Achinbum) as well as the display of underwear (both men's and women's) in numerous illustrations may remind readers of the perennially popular Captain Underpants series." —Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Alex T. Smith briefly considered careers in space travel, cookery and being a rabbit, but finally decided to become an illustrator. He earned a first-class honors degree in Illustration from Coventry University and went on to create the award-winning Claude series which has been developed as an animated TV show. When he isn't doodling in his sketchbook, Alex can be found people-watching and eavesdropping. He lives in England with two very tiny and naughty dogs.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Peachtree (April 7, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1561458430
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1561458431
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 7 - 9 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 680L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 2 - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 6.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.08 x 0.34 x 7.14 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 307 ratings

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N. R.
5.0 out of 5 stars Children of America! Get ready for Claude!
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2013
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My father bought two books from the Claude series as a holiday present for my daughter. He had to order them directly from the UK and while initially, I thought that was a bit much for a children's book, I now believe that it was money very well spent - and have ordered the remaining books myself!

Claude is a short, plump dog who wears a beret and a red jumper. Together with his best pal, Sir Bobblysock, they go on adventures when Claude's masters, Mr. & Mrs. Shinyshoes, are away at work. Claude is a clever and resourceful dog and he's never in a pickle for long - often utilizing a juicy bone treat at the right moment.

The books are wonderfully illustrated and hilariously written. My soon to be kindergarten age daughter finds the books a crack up - and so do I. Well worth a read.

In this installment, Claude heads to the big city to see the sites (modern art anyone?) and save the day!

From what I've read, the Claude books will be released in the USA soon. Children of America, get ready for Claude!
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Joshua Taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent find.
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2017
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I bought this for my best friend (who happens to be named Claude). It's well illustrated, wonderfully written and the book is much slicker than you can tell from just a cover shot. Children especially will enjoy it immensely I imagine.
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Sjr
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read for reluctant reader
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2019
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My son loves this book! He thinks it's very funny.
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Bookstork Buzz
4.0 out of 5 stars Do love that Claude!
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2013
Claude, a small plump dog who wears a red beret and a lovely red sweater, belongs to Mr. and Mrs. Shinyshoes (who are always seen from their shiny shoes up to their knees). And when Mr. and Mrs. Shinyshoes are out, Claude is up and about and ready for another adventure. This time, he and his unlikely sidekick Sir Bobblysock - yes, a bobbly sock! - are off to see the city.

There's a lot to see in the city and it's the author's art and wacky humour that makes the book soar - though I did find it a bit longish. I would rather see a single story plot - i.e. the museum and the capture of the nefarious sculpture-nabbing thieves. But it goes on with a visit to the doctor and (structurally speaking) where is the link between this and the incident at the museum? None.

Still, the charm of its characters and the cute retro feel have kept me reading. So here are the bits I loved:

- Without a doubt, the illustrations - fresh, and full of tongue-in-cheek humour.

- Its silly text:

One morning, Claude put on his beret and decided to go to the City. "I think I will go to the City," he said. Sir Bobblysock came too, as he didn't have anything else planned that day. Claude ....couldn't believe how tall the buildings were.....Sir Bobblysock was glad that he wasn't the one who had to clean the windows.

- How Claude never seems to need any money to buy anything:

Claude hurried inside and bought a beret in every color and every pattern. That was an awful lot of berets.

- Or the ridiculous, like this:

.... he took Sir Bobblysock's temperature with a banana....."Sir Bobblysock," he said, "you are not very well. All that shopping and rushing around in the city has worn you out. I think I will have to take you to the hospital!".....Dr. Achinbum prodded and poked Sir Bobblysock's tummy, listened to his heart .... and took Sir Bobblysock's temperature (this time with a thermometer, not a banana). Claude sniffed haughtily. He ALWAYS found bananas were much better for taking temperatures.

Of course, that bit's from the next part of the book - Claude at the hospital being a doctor for a day and saving a woeful team of ailing acrobats. Wouldn't this have made a nice second book? Novertheless, it was a fun read and I love that Mr. and Mrs. Shinyshoes never, ever know what happens.
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Kyanna Lenz
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute book!
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2019
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Cute book! My 6 and 8 year old loved it!
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Arpad
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2017
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I am a fan.
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Mamaw1050
5.0 out of 5 stars A Rewarding Outing for Claude
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2013
Claude decides to take his best friend Sir Bobblysock and tour the city. They had never been to the city before and it was indeed an adventure. They saw buildings so tall they touched the sky and so many people rushing here and there. They found a wonderful place to stop and have a drink. Then he discovered shops, many shops and one he really had to visit where he ended up buying a new beret, well a few berets. He decided to enter a building that reminded him of yummy bones, it was a museum. So many things to see and do in the city. It had literally been a rewarding day.

Claude and Sir Bobblysock slept soundly that night. When Claude woke up Sir Bobblysock did not wake up, something was terribly wrong with Bobblysock! What should he do?!! Bobblysock did not look well!
Could he be ill?!!

This was a fun book with lots of surprises with the adventurous character, Claude the dog, that the author has created. What a great imagination! The author I mean! Who would have thought of a sock as a character? Alex T. Smith of course! You, along with your children will want to read this fun book. Get ready to smile!

I wonder where Claude will go on his next outing? Maybe the Circus or the Beach! Sounds like more fun with Claude coming our way.

I highly recommend this book.

Disclosure: I received a free copy of this book from Peachtree Publishers/World of Peachtree for review. I was in no way compensated for this review. This review is my honest opinion.
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Kara E. Schell
5.0 out of 5 stars Claude books
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2019
My girls have loved reading the Claude books! It started with one, and they asked for more! Claude and his side-kick keep us in stitches. He's a sweet adventurous character and his willingness to try new things attracts my kiddos. I hope this series continues!!
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chandni
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Book For Ages 7 to 12 years
Reviewed in India on February 5, 2022
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Good Book by Alex T Smith here, I recommend it for kids aged 7-12 years old boy or girl doesn't matter.
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B and G
5.0 out of 5 stars Good for the young ones
Reviewed in Australia on February 19, 2021
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6 year old loves it
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A. Booth
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderfully funny book for all ages - brilliant illustrations & story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 10, 2011
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If you're feeling faint,you may have 'eleven-o'clock-itis'. What you need: ' a nice cup of tea & a sit down' p84 'Claude in the City'. I LOVE this book. I first 'found' @Alex_T_Smith on twitter, laughed at his tweets and followed the links to his blog where I was blown away by his brilliant, funny, warm illustrations. I was really looking forward to 'Claude in the City' and wasn't disappointed.

This is a gorgeous book. It was a huge hit with my children, aged 11, 12 and nearly 15, because of the wit of the illustrations and the cheeky jokes (Dr. Achinbum and the picture of the statue of a bottom come to mind), yet it is sweet and gentle enough to be read to little ones. The delightful partnership of a small, plump dog wearing a beret and his best friend, Sir Bobblysock (grubby and smelling a bit like cheese) gives us a book full of humour and wit - look out for the funny details in the background illustrations and gentle authorial jokes throughout the text. I am nearly 46, and have never before identified with a sock, but when, in the midst of a daring robbery by a delightfully buxom and cheerful lady Art thief, Sir Bobblysock felt 'sick with worry', I knew exactly what he was experiencing! Luckily for the sensitive reader, Claude saves the day, and he and Sir Bobblysock are carried home in triumph by the wonderful lady wrestlers, creations who, with the tatooed man embroidering in the doctor's surgery, or the lady and poodle both covered in pink spots, epitomise Alex T Smith's wonderfully original characters! Recommended for ALL AGES!
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1.0 out of 5 stars Problem with the Kindle version
Reviewed in Canada on April 1, 2021
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I've tried to open the kindle version on my PC, iPad , kindle and Kindle Could Reader, but every time I got the same thing: all illustrations are cut off halfway or seriously distorted!
I've just asked for the money back.
I'll buy it back if the problem can be fixed.
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Vikrant
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting book
Reviewed in India on June 28, 2020
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Good condition and interesting read for my child
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