You Go First


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Join Little Critter® as he learns why it’s important to be kind and treat others as you want to be treated instead of selfishly taking the first turn. 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 that humorously portrays social and emotional issues that kids face to the Christian market with faith-based books featuring Little Critter. In You Go First, Litter Critter loves being first?even if it hurts his family and friends. After several mistakes, Little Critter learns that the secret to getting along is treating others the way he wants to be treated?which, in Little Critter’s case, means letting someone else be first. Based on Matthew 7:12, You Go First will teach children ages 2 to 6 God’s reminder to “love others as yourself” How our actions and manners affect others What it means to put other’s needs first Your family will also love and learn from the other Little Critter books in the Inspired Kids series: It’s True We All Need Forgiveness Being Thankful




Grandma, Grandpa, and Me


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When Little Critter stays over at his grandparents' farm, he helps Grandma bake a pie for the Country Fair and has a great time helping out at the farm and enjoying the pleasures of the fair. Original.




Play Ball


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Let Little Critter(R) take your child on a reading adventure! Little Critter tries a variety of his favorite sports, including baseball, basketball, and soccer. His dog, Blue, does his best to keep up! Play Ball is an original Little Critter First Reader for children ages 3 to 6. This charming leveled reader features: - Repetition of familiar words and sound patterns for ease of readability - Colorful illustrations for visual cues - Skill-based activities and a vocabulary list at the end of the book to help reinforce reading comprehension and fluency. Our Little Critter(R) First Readers series is helping kids develop key reading skills! Featuring 30 titles for children ages 3 to 8, each book contains an original and engaging Little Critter story about a situation that most kids will find familiar - a trip to the zoo, a day at camp, a class outing. Young readers will enjoy these simple and attractive stories written with their reading level in mind. Check out the other titles in this series! These stories offer more than just entertainment, they are everything a child needs to ensure reading success!




Little Critter: Just a Little Sick


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Join Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter® in this My First I Can Read story. Little Critter has a day off from school! When Little Critter® feels just a little sick, Mom lets him stay home from school. Hooray! But between visiting the doctor and staying inside all day, missing school is not what Little Critter expected. Little Critter: Just a Little Sick is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.




Just Grandma and Me


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I Was So Mad (Little Critter)


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Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is having quite the grumpy day in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether he’s cranky on the slide or stubborn in the sandbox, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect way to teach children about their emotions!




Just a Mess (Little Critter)


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Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter has made quite the mess in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether he’s shoving junk under the bed, cramming toys in the closet, or overstuffing drawers with clothes, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect way to teach kids about picking up after themselves!




Just Going to the Dentist (Little Critter)


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Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is having a checkup at the dentist in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether he’s having an X-ray taken, getting a teeth cleaning, or finding a cavity, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect way to help allay any fears of going to the dentist!




Just a Snowman


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"Hooray! It is a snow day! And what a perfect time to make a snowman. But Little Sister needs help putting on her boots, Dad needs a hand with shoveling, and Gator wants to build a fort. Will Little Critter ever get to build a snowman?"--Cover back.




Little Critter: Just a Storybook Collection


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This collection features six of your favorite Little Critter® stories! Join Little Critter 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. When Little Critter is your friend, even the most ordinary day can turn into an adventure!