You Go First
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Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 2013 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

You Go First

Written by Mercer Mayer

Part of the Little Critter Board Books series

Little Critter learns the value of putting others first after his selfishness causes trouble.

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24 pages· 884 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
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Little Critter loves being first, even if it means upsetting his family and friends. But when his actions lead to unexpected consequences, he must learn the importance of treating others as he wants to be treated. Will Little Critter discover the secret to getting along by letting someone else take the lead? Dive into this heartwarming tale where kindness and empathy take center stage, teaching young readers the timeless lesson of putting others' needs before their own. Join Little Critter on his journey of growth and understanding in this delightful story for children ages 2 to 6.

From the publisher

The first book in the new Inspired Kids line featuring the famous Little Critter!Since 1975, Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating stories about Little Critter(R) and the antics he stumbles into while growing up. Thomas Nelson is thrilled to bring this beloved brand to the Christian market with the launch of Inspired Kids, a new line of faith-based books featuring Little Critter.In You Go First, Litter Critter loves being first–even if it hurts his family and friends. After several missteps, Little Critter learns that the secret to getting along is treating others the way he wants to be treated–which, in Little Critter’s case, means letting someone else be first.

At a glance
Format
Board book
Pages
24
Words
884
Reading age
0–4
Audience
Board
Lexile
AD510L
Themes & topics
Books about the golden ruleBooks about values and virtuesBooks about empathyBooks about kindnessBooks about childhood struggles
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
October 15, 2013
First published
October 8, 2013
Publisher
Tommy Nelson
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781400322442

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