Just Grandma and Me
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1983 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

Just Grandma and Me

Written & illustrated by Mercer Mayer

Part of the Little Critter series

A day at the beach reveals the joys and mishaps of a special bond.

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24 pages· 188 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Join Little Critter and his grandma for a day at the beach filled with laughter and little mishaps. From sandy hot dogs to inflatable seahorses, their adventure highlights the unique bond between grandparent and grandchild. Will Little Critter's sunny disposition turn challenges into cherished memories? Discover the heartwarming moments that make this day unforgettable.

From the publisher

Little Critter and his grandmother spend the day at the beach in this funny-and-true picture book about Mercer Mayer’s popular character. Little Critter is a good helper, even at the beach. When his grandmother’s hot dog falls in the sand, he washes it off in the ocean. He promises to blow up the inflatable seahorse but needs a little help in the end. The joys and mishaps of a special summer day with Grandma are all brightened by Little Critter’s sunny disposition.

At a glance
Format
Pages
24
Words
188
Reading age
3–6
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD400L
Themes & topics
Books about the beachBooks about grandmaBooks about beachesBooks about grandmasBooks about childhood
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.8
F&P level
~L
Publication
Published
March 21, 2001
First published
January 1, 1983
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780307118936

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