Mayer, Mercer

Presents two Little Critter stories by Mercer Mayer, including "Just Me and My Puppy" in which Little Critter learns how to be a responsible pet owner; and "Just My Friend and Me" in which Little Critter learns lessons about friendship and solitude.

Little Critter visits the woods and enjoys learning about all the woodland creatures he finds.

Introduces the long "e" vowel sound and sight words through a short story in which Little Critter brings his special touch to working in the garden with his family.

The Moon, Father Forest, Great Fish of the Sea, and North Wind help a maiden rescue her true love from a troll princess in a faraway kingdom.

Little Critter, Little Sister, and Dog make a snowman and put their heads together to figure out what their creation will eat.

A scary story followed by strange noises drives the campers inside during their night in the backyard.