Just a Toy (Little Critter)

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Little Critter just wants a toy, but he can't figure out which one to buy in this classic storybook that comes with over 30 stickers!

Dad is taking Little Critter and his sister to the toy store. But when they get there, Little Critter can't figure out which toy to buy--they all look like so much fun! Children ages 3 to 7 will enjoy this humorous storybook, first published in 2000. It's a great way to teach kids about making tough decisions!
Mercer Mayer began writing and illustrating children’s books in 1966, and since then, he has published over 300 titles. Readers can open any of his award-winning books and out may pop dragons, cuddly monsters, wonderful creatures, and endearing critters. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer created one of children’s books’ most cherished characters, Little Critter. He lives in Connecticut. View titles by Mercer Mayer

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Little Critter just wants a toy, but he can't figure out which one to buy in this classic storybook that comes with over 30 stickers!

Dad is taking Little Critter and his sister to the toy store. But when they get there, Little Critter can't figure out which toy to buy--they all look like so much fun! Children ages 3 to 7 will enjoy this humorous storybook, first published in 2000. It's a great way to teach kids about making tough decisions!

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Mercer Mayer began writing and illustrating children’s books in 1966, and since then, he has published over 300 titles. Readers can open any of his award-winning books and out may pop dragons, cuddly monsters, wonderful creatures, and endearing critters. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer created one of children’s books’ most cherished characters, Little Critter. He lives in Connecticut. View titles by Mercer Mayer

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