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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2014 · Est. 3 min read-aloud
Just a Special Day
Written and illustrated by Mercer Mayer
Part of the Little Critter I Can Read series
A day with Dad turns into an unforgettable adventure.
3.6/5 Goodreads · 147 ratings
32 pages· 315 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Little Critter embarks on a memorable day with Dad while Mom and Little Sister are away. From bike rides to baseball games, each moment is filled with fun and surprises. But what special surprise does Little Critter have in store for Dad when they return home? Dive into this delightful tale of bonding and discovery, perfect for young readers eager to explore the joys of family adventures.
From the publisher
Join Mercer Mayer’s classic and loveable character, Little Critter(R), as he sets out on a new adventure in this brand-new My First I Can Read storybook! When Mom and Little Sister go to town, Dad treats Little Critter to a special day. Together they ride bikes, play football, and catch a baseball game. Little Critter even has a special surprise for Dad when they get home! With fun illustrations and simple text, Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter stories are perfect for developing readers.Little Critter: Just A Special Day is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 315
- Reading age
- 4–6
- Audience
- First Reader
- Lexile
- AD370L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 1.5
- F&P level
- ~K
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 176127
Publication
- Published
- October 14, 2014
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780061478178
- LCCN
- 2012474809
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