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Alexandra Day

    Alexandra Day, whose real name is Sandra Louise Woodward Darling, is the acclaimed author behind the beloved Carl book series. Her illustrations and stories are infused with a sincere belief in the marvelous, the kind of magic that lies just beyond our ordinary experience. Day finds a profound connection with her young readers, recognizing a shared conviction in the extraordinary. Her work masterfully captures the enchanting bond between animals and children, celebrating the wonder that can be found in everyday moments.

    Carl and the Baby Duck
    Follow Carl!
    Frank and Ernest
    Good Dog, Carl
    Carl: Carl's Masquerade
    • Carl: Carl's Masquerade

      • 28 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      To Carl and his young charge, a masquerade party proves an irresistible invitation to fun.

      Carl: Carl's Masquerade
      4.4
    • Good Dog, Carl

      A Classic Board Book

      • 36 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Here is the book that introduced Carl, the babysitting Rottweiler, to his adoring fans. Readers will delight as Carl leads his infant mistress on a wordless romp through the house, causing chaos and destruction, but managing to restore order just before Mother returns home! Full color.

      Good Dog, Carl
      4.3
    • An elephant named Frank and a bear called Ernest become the unlikely proprietors of Mrs. Miller's diner, where they learn a mysterious restaurant lingo

      Frank and Ernest
      4.1
    • Follow Carl!

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Carl is back in his ninth adventure!Children barking at a squirrel in a tree? Carrying sticks in their mouths? Begging for food? Who could be responsible for such silly shenanigans except everybody's favorite baby-sitter, Carl, who takes a group of neighborhood children on a lively game of Follow the Leader. Readers will want to follow Carl's exploits through town and country again and again, and Alexandra Day's lush autumnal landscapes are the perfect setting for the funny goings-on in the game.

      Follow Carl!
      4.0
    • Carl and the Baby Duck

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Mama Duck has lost one of her ducklings. Where could Baby Duck be? Mama Duck asks Carl for help. Will Carl be able to find Baby Duck? Alexandra Day's ever-popular dog, Carl, stars in this brand-new story created especially for beginning readers.

      Carl and the Baby Duck
      3.8