Carl's Halloween

Reviewed by: Carla McAllister - New Gloucester Public Library, New Gloucester, Maine, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: January 6, 2016

Review

Carl, the handsome rottweiler, and his mistress, Madeleine, think that they are not going to be able to go out trick-or-treating as Mom has to go out on an errand. Little does she know that, once she departs, Carl and Madeleine dress up in minimal costumes, leaving a bowl of candy outside on a chair for treat-or-treaters that may come while they are away. Through several wordless pictures and a few with text, young children can ascertain what fun transpires on this secret outing and will witness a wonderful act of generosity on the part of Carl and Madeleine that helps to save one woman's Halloween. The illustrations are fabulous, as this series' always are, and Carl, especially, appears as if one could reach right out and pet him. A good choice for dog lovers and those who celebrate Halloween.

Overall Book Score: good