"Mama Dog needs a rest. Can Carl take care of all three puppies?"--P. [4] of cover.

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.

My Readers Level 1--Carl, the lovable rottweiler from the classic picture books, takes care of Daddy Dog's sick puppy in this brand-new story created especially for beginning readers. Taking care of a sick child is not easy, and it's no different for Carl. When he agrees to care for Daddy Dog's sick puppy, Carl is run ragged by Puppy's demands.

My Readers Level 3: Black Beauty saves the daughter of his new owner from a terrible thunderstorm in this all new 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? Alexandra Day's beloved babysitter, Carl the dog, stars in this brand-new story created especially for beginning readers.

A new group of beetles has just moved in and they're disturbing Tucker's sleep with their loud music. But they can't stop practicing if they want to win the Battle of the Bug Bands. Will Tucker find a way to deal with all this racket and get a good night's sleep? These favorite characters from The Cricket in Times Square star in the brand new-adventure created especially for beginning readers.

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