Carl's Birthday
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Board Book · Ages 3–6 · 1995

Carl's Birthday

Written and illustrated by Alexandra Day

Part of the Good Dog Carl series

Can Mom keep Carl's birthday a surprise from curious eyes?

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34 pages· ~480L
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Bookroo's summary

It's Carl's birthday, and Mom is determined to surprise him. But with Madeleine and her clever canine companion on the case, nothing stays hidden for long. As they sneak around, sampling punch and peeking at presents, will Mom's plans unravel, or will the duo add their own twist to the celebration? Discover the playful chaos that ensues when curiosity meets a birthday bash.

From the publisher

Happy birthday, Carl! But can Mom surprise him? No way. As hard as Mom tries, Madeleine and her canine babysitter extraordinaire are hot on her trail, tasting the party punch, peeking at presents, and adding some of their own favorite decorations.

At a glance
Format
Board book
Pages
34
Reading age
3–6
Audience
Board
Lexile
~480L
Themes & topics
The author & illustrator

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.2
F&P level
~M
Publication
Published
September 1, 1997
First published
November 1, 1995
Publisher
Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780374311506

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