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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1990 · Est. 4 min read-aloud
Just Going to the Dentist
Written and illustrated by Mercer Mayer
Part of the Little Critter series
A dental checkup reveals unexpected challenges for Little Critter. Can he face them bravely?
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24 pages· 431 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Little Critter faces a dental checkup with unexpected twists. From X-rays to a surprise cavity, he navigates the dentist's chair with humor and courage. Will his bravery ease the fears of young readers facing their own dental visits? Discover how Little Critter's unique perspective turns a routine appointment into an adventure, making the experience relatable and less daunting for children and parents alike.
From the publisher
Little Critter is on his way to the dentist. It’s a thorough check-up, complete with dental x-rays. When Dr. Ghum insists on filling a cavity, Little Critter goes through it bravely. The visit is painless to the reader because of Little Critter’s way of look at things - including the world of dentistry.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 24
- Words
- 431
- Reading age
- 3–6
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD500L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~3.3
- F&P level
- ~N
Publication
- Published
- March 1, 2001
- First published
- January 1, 1990
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780307125835
- OCLC
- 54086304
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