New Releases by Mercer Mayer

These simple stories are full of silly Little Critter antics and feature short and long vowel sounds. Reviewed by a phonics expert, each of the simple stories in this collection are designed to teach kids how to master reading while having fun with Little Critter.

Join Mercer Mayer’s beloved characters Little Critter, Little Sister, and Dog on an action-packed snow day in this My First I Can Read! While Little Critter is playing outside in the snow, the wind blows his hat away. When Dog tries to get it back, he gets stuck in the snow. Oh no! It’s up to Little Critter and Little Sister to help. What will it take to rescue Dog? Full of Mercer Mayer’s signature humor and beloved familiar characters, this My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations, which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers.

It's time to sleep with this hilarious and adorable bedtime story featuring Little Critter! Perfect for parents to read aloud with their toddlers. Little Critter is not looking forward to bedtime. Whether it’s time for him to stop playing and take a bath, or making a fuss about getting into his jammies, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A great way to introduce children to their very own bedtime routine!

When beloved character Little Critter® hears something going “tap tap” in the night, he is determined to find the source, in this Level One I Can Read Comic by Mercer Mayer. It’s bedtime for Little Critter and Little Sister, but when there’s a strange sound in the night, the two are determined to find the source of the tap tap. Things that look like monsters in the dark turn out to be innocent in this nighttime adventure! Will they ever find out what’s making the sound? Emergent readers will enjoy the humor and mystery in Little Critter: Night Night! Sleep Tight! Who better to help children navigate the challenges of learning to read than their friend Little Critter? There are many Little Critter I Can Read titles, but Night Night! Sleep Tight! is the second in the esteemed I Can Read Comics line (after Little Critter: Tricky Chickies). These leveled comic books hook children on reading, give them the confidence to read on their own, and promote visual literacy. CARTOONING BASICS: Every I Can Read Comic includes a "Cartooning Basics" page in the front of the book to help readers new to comics navigate the pages more easily. ACCLAIM: “HarperCollins’ I Can Read Comics series continues to produce great work to fill a high-demand gap for very early readers.” —ALA Booklist

Help Mercer Mayer's Little Critter get ready for the holidays in this classic, funny and heartwarming book. The perfect gift for Christmas! Whether he's making wreaths, eating gingerbread cookies, or putting the star on the top of the tree, parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story starring Little Critter.

It's nap time for Little Sister, but she isn't sleepy. What will Mom do? Little ones who don't like to nap will enjoy this sweet Little Critter story about nap time! Perfect for children ages 3-7! Little Sister does not want to take a nap. She is not tired at all. She tries to rest, but she is hungry and thirsty. Little Sister will learn that Mom knows best in this adorable picture book. It’s perfect for naptime or bedtime reads!

Celebrate Easter with this adorable Little Critter board book! It’s Easter morning, and Little Critter is ready to find some Easter goodies with his little sister! After church, they dye some eggs. Then they have an Easter egg hunt! Children will love this heartwarming Little Critter board book, which features a glitter cover. This sweet tale is the perfect way to introduce the youngest fans to lovable Little Critter!

This silly and sweet picture book about the mayhem that results from trying to help mom is a perfect gift any time of year! Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is trying his best to be a help to his mother in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether he’s trying to make breakfast, mow the lawn, or carry the groceries--maybe it's Little Critter who needs some help after all! Both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. And for more fun with mom and dad, check out more Little Critter tales! -Just Me and Dad -Just Me and Mom -Just Like Dad

Mercer Mayer's Little Critter learns it’s important to say “I’m sorry!” in this humorous storybook! Mercer Mayer's Little Critter is having a very bad day! He used his brother's blanket as a cape, and he forgot his sister's jump rope at the park. But no matter what happens, he always remembers to apologize! This adorable picture book is an excellent way to remind little ones to say “I'm sorry!” and practice good manners!

Little Critter just wants a toy, but he can't figure out which one to buy in this classic storybook that comes with over 30 stickers! Dad is taking Little Critter and his sister to the toy store. But when they get there, Little Critter can't figure out which toy to buy--they all look like so much fun! Children ages 3 to 7 will enjoy this humorous storybook, first published in 2000. It's a great way to teach kids about making tough decisions!

Little Critter befriends a new student who uses a wheelchair in this classic full-color storybook! Children ages three to seven will enjoy this sweet story about friendship and acceptance, first published in 1992, with game cards, stickers, and a poster! Little Critter meets a student named Alex who uses a wheelchair. Before long, Little Critter learns Alex is just like everyone else, and they become the best of friends!

Little Critter gets lost at the mall! Thankfully, with help from a friendly security guard, he finds Mom again! Oh, no! Little Critter gets lost at the mall! What will he do? With help from a friendly security guard, Little Critter finds his Mom and also learns an important lesson. Children ages three to seven will enjoy this full-color storybook, first published in 1994. It’s a great way to remind little ones to stay close in a crowd!

Celebrate the bond between brothers and sisters with this 2-in-1 classic storybook featuring Mercer Mayer's Little Critter and his adorable Little Sister! Like all big brothers, Mercer Mayer's Little Critter loves his sister! But sometimes, younger siblings can be a handful! This humorous picture book for girls and boys ages 3 to 7 features two classic stories: Me Too!: Mercer Mayer's Little Critter reluctantly spends time with his young sister in this heartwarming classic storybook. Little Sister just won't be left behind when her big brother wants to go fishing or hiking with his friends--she may be small, but she's ready for anything! Both parents and children alike will relate to this humorous story--a great way to celebrate the special bond between brothers and sisters! Just A Rainy Day: Little Sister is stuck inside the house on a rainy day, and she is absolutely bored! When she decides to play 'dress-up', she wakes the baby. When she tries to help Mom clean up, she makes a bigger mess! Thankfully, Mom figures out a way to make everyone happy in this adorable classic storybook featuring beloved characters from the world of Mercer Mayer's Little Critter! It's the perfect read aloud for anyone with a brother or sister, either younger or older!

Little Critter helps Mom and Dad find the perfect present for his little sister in this Step 2 leveled reader! It's birthday time for Little Critter's sister in this Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader, first published in 1988! Little Critter wants to get the perfect present for his sister--will she want a doll that talks? Girls and boys ages 4 to 6 will adore this sweet tale--a perfect way to introduce youngsters to the concept of gift-giving! Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

A Little Critter book featuring two classic stories--a fun way to teach children about the importance of having good manners! Mercer Mayer's Little Critter learns lessons about manners in these classic, humorous, and heartwarming stories. Featuring Just Say Please and I'm Sorry, this two-in-one picture book is an excellent way to teach little ones the difference between good and bad manners. Just Say Please Little Critter and his classmates learn important lessons about good manners! Both parents and children alike will enjoy this amusing story--a great way to educate children about the importance of "please and thank you"! I'm Sorry Little Critter is having a very bad day! He used his brother's blanket as a cape, and he forgot his sister's jump rope at the park. But no matter what happens, he always remembers to apologize! A perfect way to remind little ones to say "I'm sorry!" More two-in-one books featuring Little Critter: It's Bedtime, Little Critter! Just Me and My Mom/Just Me and My Dad Just Grandma, Grandpa, and Me Just Me and My Buddies Just My Brother, Sister, and Me All That I Can Be

Join Little Critter as he gets ready for his first day of school in this Step 2 Step-into-Reading Leveled Reader, a perfect back to school read--no matter what that looks like! 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.

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.

Meet a frog, a dog, and some of Little Critter's other furry friends in this Step 2 Deluxe Step into Reading leveled reader with stickers! Little Critter loves his pets! Meet his fish, frog, cat, and dog in this Step 2 Deluxe Step into Reading leveled reader, first published in 1988! With over 30 shiny stickers, this book is perfect for children ages 4 to 6. Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Carve out family time for this Halloween-themed full-color storybook with Little Critter -- including cards, stickers, and a poster! It's time to go trick-or-treating with Little Critter and friends! Children ages 3 to 7 will love this adorable Halloween storybook--now featuring cards, stickers, and a poster!

Join Little Critter® as he learns why it’s important to tell the whole truth—and not just part of it. Since 1975, Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating stories about a little ball of fur named Little Critter and the antics he stumbles into while growing up. Thomas Nelson is thrilled to bring this beloved brand to the Christian market with the launch of Inspired Kids, a new line of faith-based books featuring Little Critter. Little Critter thinks that sometimes it’s easier to tell part of the truth instead of the whole truth. In this second book in the Inspired Kids line, Little Critter learns quickly that lying has consequences and that telling the truth, no matter how hard, is always the right thing to do.

Join Little Critter® as he learns forgiving not only helps others—it makes him feel better too! 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 We All Need Forgiveness, Little Critter is glad he has such nice friends who forgive him when he makes mistakes. But when one of his friends accidentally does something that affects him, Little Critter gets upset and stays angry at his friend for a while. But Little Critter’s pals teach him that saying “it’s okay” helps the person who acted up—and it helps him feel better much sooner. Just like Mama says, “As God forgives, we must forgive each other.” Based on Matthew 6:14, Little Critter learns why forgiveness helps heal the one who does the forgiving just as much as the one who needs forgiveness. Features & Benefits: Little Critter® brand has humorously portrayed issues kids face for almost 40 years Faith-inspired message shows kids how to develop a spirit of forgiveness Over 150 million Little Critter books sold

Little Critter doesn't mean to keep having accidents and breaking things.

Honor dad on Father's Day or any day with this funny and touching story about Little Critter pitching in to "help" his dad. Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter, spends the whole day with his dad in this My First I Can Read book. From getting rid of a beehive to working in the yard and going to the store, Little Critter wants to be the world’s best helper. Things might not always go as planned, but that doesn't stop Little Critter from trying his hardest! Little Critter: Just Helping My Dad is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with young children..

Sharing can be hard--but Little Critter always tries his best to share everything with Little Sister, from his crayons to his puppy. Now, if he could only teach her to share back! A funny, realistic, and reassuring look at a child's struggle to give up (however temporarily) "my stuff."

When Little Critter® wants a new skateboard, Dad tells him that he needs to save his own money to buy it! From feeding the dog to selling lemonade, Little Critter learns the value of a dollar.

Little Critter has a musical hobby . . . and it's noisy! He's excited about his new drums, and this means playing them everywhere. But Little Critter soon realizes that he might need just a few more lessons before he's ready for his own rock-and-roll band!

Welcome to Critterville! Little Critter® shares what he knows about his neighbors and the places to go in Critterville. Who delivers the mail? Where does Little Critter go to see a movie? Who keeps everyone safe? Come explore the town with Little Critter and discover where everyone works and plays! This Is My Town is a simple story, ideal for emergent readers who are eager to know about who does what and where everything happens in their own towns.

I wish I lived a thousand years ago. There would be beautiful castles, kings and queens, good knights, bad knights, fair ladies in danger, evil dragons from the mountains, and a giant troll that roars and eats anything. What kid hasn’t dreamed of living in fairy-tale times—hasn’t imagined himself as the bravest knight in all the land (or at least the knight’s faithful squire). As he has done in his celebrated There’s a Nightmare in My Closet and its follow-ups, Mercer Mayer brings childhood fantasy hilariously to life here. Bad knights are forced to pick flowers for the king, a day’s adventure involves rescuing a cat from a tree, and our hero boldly fights a fire-breathing dragon using his trusty slingshot. This silly charmer, originally published in 1968 as Terrible Troll, has been entirely redone in vivid color. It’s a rediscovered gem with timeless appeal.

Little Critter is having a sleepover at Grandma and Grandpa's farm! He's excited—there is so much to see and do. Join Little Critter as he helps his grandparents milk the cows, pick blueberries, and bake a pie for the contest at the Country Fair. There are many delicious pies in the contest, but Little Critter's pie has a secret ingredient that is sure to make it a favorite!