Alexandra Day

When Madeleine's parents go to the Pond Party, they leave Carl and the baby at home for a cozy winter afternoon with a babysitter. But Carl and Madeleine have plans of their own -- they want to play in the snow! After getting all bundled up, they sneak off to go sledding, build a snowman, and even make an appearance at the party and try sliding on the ice at the pond. Of course, resourceful Carl gets the baby home before her parents return -- and...

Carl tends to a sick puppy while the puppy's father takes the rest of his babies for a walk.

"Mama Duck needs help. Can Carl find her missing baby duck?"--P. [4] of cover.

Carl the rottweiler and the toddler in his care watch the preparation for Carl's surprise birthday party.

Carl the rottweiler, in charge of a baby and a puppy, takes advantage of Mom's absence to lead them on a wild romp through the park.

Carl and Madeleine are supposed to be napping while Mom and Dad get the summer cabin ready for company but escape from the hammock to do some exploring on the lake.

Taffy and her family deliver the mail for their valley and write to those who do not receive any mail regularly.

Carl, the dog, leads a group of children around the neighborhood in the game of follow the leader.