Just Grandpa and Me (Little Critter)

A Book for Dads, Grandpas, and Kids

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Illustrated by Mercer Mayer
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Paperback
$5.99 US
8"W x 8.02"H x 0.13"D  
On sale Mar 13, 2001 | 24 Pages | 9780307119360
Preschool - 2
Reading Level: Lexile AD500L | Fountas & Pinnell I
Join Little Critter and his grandpa in this big-city adventure! Makes the perfect gift for or from grandpa on Father's Day, Grandparent's Day, and more!

Family fun and love are in abundance when Little Critter and his grandfather head to the big city! Little Critter sure is little, but he’s a big help to his grandfather. Little Critter holds his hand so his grandfather doesn’t get lost, demonstrates how to go up and down the store’s escalator, and even shows grandpa how to use chopsticks for the first time! This sweet and charming picture book is perfect for children ages 3 to 7.
Mercer Mayer began writing and illustrating children’s books in 1966, and since then, he has published over 300 titles. Readers can open any of his award-winning books and out may pop dragons, cuddly monsters, wonderful creatures, and endearing critters. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer created one of children’s books’ most cherished characters, Little Critter. He lives in Connecticut. View titles by Mercer Mayer

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Join Little Critter and his grandpa in this big-city adventure! Makes the perfect gift for or from grandpa on Father's Day, Grandparent's Day, and more!

Family fun and love are in abundance when Little Critter and his grandfather head to the big city! Little Critter sure is little, but he’s a big help to his grandfather. Little Critter holds his hand so his grandfather doesn’t get lost, demonstrates how to go up and down the store’s escalator, and even shows grandpa how to use chopsticks for the first time! This sweet and charming picture book is perfect for children ages 3 to 7.

Author

Mercer Mayer began writing and illustrating children’s books in 1966, and since then, he has published over 300 titles. Readers can open any of his award-winning books and out may pop dragons, cuddly monsters, wonderful creatures, and endearing critters. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer created one of children’s books’ most cherished characters, Little Critter. He lives in Connecticut. View titles by Mercer Mayer

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