Carl and the Puppies
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2011

Carl and the Puppies

Written & illustrated by Alexandra Day

Part of the Good Dog Carl series

Can Carl the dog keep three mischievous puppies out of trouble?

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32 pages
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Carl, the ever-reliable dog, takes on the challenge of babysitting three lively puppies while Mama Dog takes a break. As the puppies' antics unfold, Carl must navigate their playful chaos and keep them safe. Will his patience and cleverness be enough to manage their mischief? Dive into a delightful tale filled with charming characters and captivating illustrations, perfect for young readers discovering the joy of reading on their own. Join Carl on this heartwarming adventure and see if he can rise to the occasion.

From the publisher

Alexandra Day’s beloved babysitter, Carl the dog, stars in this two beloved story created especially for beginning readers. Mama Dog needs a rest. Carl offers to watch her puppies. Will he be able to keep three playful puppies out of trouble? With a focus on high-quality writing and top-notch artwork, My Readers are original stories–not adaptations–with new illustrations that provide what beginning readers need most: a great story. Children will get hooked on these stories for the same reasons that these books became classics–appealing characters, dramatic plots, and beautiful artwork. These qualities are the best way to help children discover the joy of reading independently.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Reading age
4–6
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
300L
Themes & topics
Books about dogsBooks about social themesBooks about values and virtues
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
0.8
F&P level
~J
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
155292
Publication
Published
May 10, 2011
Publisher
Square Fish
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780312624835

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