Alex Smith Claude in the city

Meet Claude - the ordinary dog with an extraordinary life.

Now the star of his very own TV show on Disney Junior with 52 episodes.

When Mr and Mrs Shinyshoes set off for work, Claude decides what adventure he wants to have that day.

Today he and Sir Bobblysock go to the city for the very first time.

They have tea in a cafe, go shopping and visit a museum.

It is all very normal until .

Claude accidentally foils a robbery and becomes the local hero! The first book in this hilarious bestselling series - perfect for new readers and also great for sharing! Praise for the Claude series: 'Illustrated with humour and elegance' The Times 'With quirky illustrations and plenty of humour' Metro Claude in the City was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and selected for the Richard and Judy Book Club.

Claude Going for Gold won the Sainsbury's Children's Book Award.

Alex T.

Smith was the official World Book Day illustrator in 2014.

Follow Alex at alextsmith.

com and on Twitter: @Alex_T_Smith.