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Books with author Mercer Mayer

  • Little Critter: Just A Storybook Collection

    Mercer Mayer

    Hardcover (HarperCollins, July 24, 2012)
    Join Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter®, in this hardcover collection as he enters the school science fair, trains for a big race, enjoys a snowy day, spends the weekend with Grandma and Grandpa, and so much more!With six fun-filled Little Critter stories in one collection, this treasury is perfect for story time, any time.This storybook collection features these six favorite Little Critter books:Just a School Project Good for Me and YouJust Big Enough Bye-Bye, Mom and DadJust a Snowman My Trip to the Hospital
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  • Being Thankful

    Mercer Mayer

    Board book (Thomas Nelson, Aug. 5, 2014)
    Join Little Critter® as he learns why it’s important to be thankful for what he has―not to be upset about what he doesn't. Since 1975, Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating stories about Little Critter® and the antics he stumbles into while growing up. Tommy Nelson is thrilled to bring this beloved brand to the Christian market with the Inspired Kids line of faith-based books featuring Little Critter.In Being Thankful, Little Critter isn't gettinganything he wants. Gator gets cool brand-new sneakers, while Little Critter is stuck with his boring blue ones. Tiger’s dad has a boat―but not Little Critter’s dad. And even at the ice cream shop, Little Critter can’t enjoy his chocolate ice cream cone because he would rather have a huge ice cream sundae instead. But on a trip to the farm, Grandma shows Little Critter why thankfulness is so important and helps make any situation seem so much happier.Based on Psalm 107:1, this book will show children what gratitude is and why we should be thankful for all of the blessings God has given us.Features & Benefits:Little Critter® brand has humorously portrayed issues kids face for almost 40 yearsFaith-inspired message shows kids how to be thankful for the things they haveMore than 150 million Little Critter books sold
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  • There's a Nightmare in My Closet

    Mercer Mayer

    Hardcover (Dial Books, Jan. 1, 1968)
    The pesky nightmare in the closet won't stay in there at night, even with the door closed all the way. When he gets out, what do you do? Comfort him and put him to bed, of course! The ultimate afraid-of-the-dark story has helped generations of kids deal with the nightmares in their own closets.A perennial favorite.
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  • Little Critter: The Original Classics

    Mercer Mayer

    Hardcover (Random House Books for Young Readers, Sept. 3, 2019)
    A deluxe Little Critter hardcover collection featuring the original classic stories from Mercer Mayer!This deluxe 320-page Little Critter storybook includes the original classic Critter stories created by Mercer Mayer! Children ages three to seven will love the heartwarming stories in this hardcover collection! Featured stories include: Just For You, Just Me and My Dad, Just Me and My Mom, Just Go to Bed, All By Myself, Me Too!, Just Grandpa and Me, Just Grandma and Me, Just Me and My Puppy, Just a Mess, I Just Forgot, Just Me and My Little Brother, and I Was So Mad.
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  • Little Critter: Just My Lost Treasure

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (HarperFestival, May 27, 2014)
    Join Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter®, on an adventure to find his lost treasure—a missing sock!Little Critter searches high and low for his missing treasure, but along the way, he is surprised by all the other treasures he finds. This 8x8 storybook will resonate with readers young and old with its humorous and heart-filled story about old toys that feel like brand-new treasures.
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  • Little Critter: Happy Valentine's Day, Little Critter!

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (HarperFestival, Dec. 13, 2005)
    Join Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter®, for his class’s Valentine’s Day celebration!This 8x8 storybook is complete with gatefold flaps for readers to pull back and discover all the fun Valentine’s Day surprisesFrom decorating the classroom with hearts to eating cupcakes and making Valentine’s Day mailboxes, Little Critter is having the best day ever. He’s even making an extra-special card for an extra-special valentine!
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  • Little Critter: Just a Kite

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (HarperCollins, March 4, 2014)
    Join Mercer Mayer's beloved Little Critter in a brand-new My First I Can Read storybook! Little Critter is excited to join the Critterville Kite Flying Contest. He just needs to find the perfect kite to fly. With a little help from his family, he just might bring home the big prize.I Can Read books are designed to encourage a love of reading. Little Critter: Just a Kite is a My First I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for shared reading with a child.
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  • Little Critter's This Is My House

    Mercer Mayer

    Hardcover (Golden Books, July 15, 1988)
    Little Critter describes his house, the family members who live there, and his toys, and explains how he and his little sister play together
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  • Little Critter: Going to the Sea Park

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Join Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter®, and his classmates for some underwater fun as they set out on a delightful trip to the sea park!With Little Critter and a charming world of sea creatures big and small, there’s a boatload of fun for everyone!Little Critter: Going to the Sea Park is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child. Books at this level feature basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations, ideal for sharing with emergent readers. The active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.
  • Little Critter Goes to School

    Mercer Mayer

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, June 23, 2020)
    Little Critter gets ready for his first day of school in this Step 2 Step-into-Reading Leveled Reader!Wake up! It's time to get ready for school with Little Critter as he rides the bus, meets a new teacher, and makes new friends! Children ages four to six will love this full-color Step 2 Step-into-Reading Leveled Reader! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. These readers are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
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  • Being Thankful

    Mercer Mayer

    eBook (Thomas Nelson, Aug. 5, 2014)
    Join Little Critter® as he learns why it’s important to be thankful for what he has—not to be upset about what he doesn't. Since 1975, Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating stories about Little Critter® and the antics he stumbles into while growing up. Tommy Nelson is thrilled to bring this beloved brand to the Christian market with the Inspired Kids line of faith-based books featuring Little Critter.In Being Thankful, Little Critter isn't gettinganything he wants. Gator gets cool brand-new sneakers, while Little Critter is stuck with his boring blue ones. Tiger’s dad has a boat—but not Little Critter’s dad. And even at the ice cream shop, Little Critter can’t enjoy his chocolate ice cream cone because he would rather have a huge ice cream sundae instead. But on a trip to the farm, Grandma shows Little Critter why thankfulness is so important and helps make any situation seem so much happier.Based on Psalm 107:1, this book will show children what gratitude is and why we should be thankful for all of the blessings God has given us.Features & Benefits:Little Critter® brand has humorously portrayed issues kids face for almost 40 yearsFaith-inspired message shows kids how to be thankful for the things they haveMore than 150 million Little Critter books sold
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  • Just a Bad Day

    Mercer Mayer

    eBook (Golden Books, July 2, 2019)
    Oh, no! Little Critter is having a really bad day in this classic Little Golden Book!Little Critter is not happy. What could be worse than being stuck inside on a rainy day? Boys and girls ages 2 to 5 will enjoy this humorous full-color Little Golden Book about a day that starts out bad but has a happy ending!
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