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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2001 · Est. 3 min read-aloud
Just My Friend and Me
Written and illustrated by Mercer Mayer
Part of the Little Critter series
A playdate reveals the ups and downs of friendship.
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,064 ratings
24 pages· 279 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Little Critter invites his best friend over for an afternoon of fun, from climbing trees to playing basketball. As they navigate the joys and challenges of their playdate, young readers learn about the essence of friendship. Will their bond withstand the day's adventures? This charming tale offers a gentle lesson in social skills and camaraderie.
From the publisher
Little Critter explores the ups and downs of friendship in this witty tale of an afternoon play date. Mercer Mayer’s subtle style encourages children to handle early social issues with ease and humor. Ages 3-8.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 24
- Words
- 279
- Reading age
- 3–6
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD530L
Themes & topics
The author & illustrator
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 1.9
- F&P level
- ~N
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 7278
Publication
- Published
- March 27, 2001
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780307119476
- OCLC
- 51526398
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