Just Like Dad
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 1993 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

Just Like Dad

Written by Mercer Mayer

Part of the Little Critter series

A young critter aspires to match his dad's greatness.

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24 pages· 416 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Little Critter dreams of being just like his dad, embarking on a journey filled with humor and heartwarming moments. As he navigates the ups and downs of growing up, will he discover what truly makes his dad great? This tale of aspiration and love explores the bond between parent and child, leaving readers to ponder the essence of greatness.

From the publisher

Little Critter wants to be just as great as his Dad when he grows up. This is a lovely story filled with visual humor and the unconditional love that marks the parent/child relationship.

At a glance
Format
Pages
24
Words
416
Reading age
3–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~301L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about familyBooks about growing upBooks about father-son relationships
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.3
F&P level
~J
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
40596
Publication
Published
May 17, 2001
First published
January 1, 1993
Publisher
Golden Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780307988768

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