Duncan and Dolores facts for kids

Duncan and Dolores is a fun picture book for kids written by Barbara Samuels. It came out in 1986. This book won a special award called the Christopher Award. It was also shown on the popular TV show Reading Rainbow! Barbara Samuels wrote many other books about Dolores and Duncan. She also wrote a book called Faye and Dolores before this one. Barbara's books often show the bond between sisters and feature cats. Duncan and Dolores is even used in a program to teach kids about being kind to animals.

The Story of Duncan and Dolores

Meet Dolores and Duncan

Dolores is a very loud and energetic little girl. She gets a new pet cat named Duncan. Dolores loves Duncan a lot and wants to play with him all the time. But Duncan is quite scared of her! Dolores doesn't always treat him gently. She can be a bit too rough or loud.

Duncan's Hiding Spots

Duncan often hides from Dolores. He seems to like Dolores's older sister, Faye, more. This makes Dolores feel a bit jealous. For a while, Dolores decides to ignore Duncan. She stops trying to play with him.

Friends at Last?

After a while, Duncan starts to miss Dolores's attention. In the end, Duncan shows that he wants to be friends with Dolores. But when Dolores gets super excited, Duncan quickly hides under the furniture again!

More Adventures with Dolores and Duncan

Early Stories: Faye and Dolores

The book Faye and Dolores tells three short stories about Dolores and her older sister, Faye. These stories show how sisters can have small arguments but still care deeply for each other. It highlights the strong bond between siblings.

Dolores's Birthday and Friends

In Happy Birthday, Dolores, the pictures show many feelings in this everyday family. Another book, What's So Great about Cindy Snappleby?, shows Dolores trying to join Faye's friends. This causes some funny difficulties for both sisters.

Traveling and Talents

Aloha, Dolores (published in 2000) follows Dolores as she gets ready for a cat contest. She is sure Duncan will win and dreams of a trip to Hawaii. In Dolores on Her Toes (from 2003), Duncan runs away when Dolores tries to make him learn ballet with her. This book was highly praised by Booklist magazine.

Holidays and Rivalries

Happy Valentine's Day Dolores is about funny mishaps after Dolores peeks at a frog necklace in Faye's room. This book also received great reviews and is fun to read again and again. In Dolores Meets Her Match, Dolores faces a new challenge. A new girl at school is also a cat expert, and she has a Siamese cat. This story explores friendly competition and rivalry.