New Releases by Mercer Mayer

When beloved character Little Critter® hears something going “tap tap” in the night, he is determined to find the source, in this Level One I Can Read Comic by Mercer Mayer. It’s bedtime for Little Critter and Little Sister, but when there’s a strange sound in the night, the two are determined to find the source of the tap tap. Things that look like monsters in the dark turn out to be innocent in this nighttime adventure! Will they ever find out what’s making the sound? Emergent readers will enjoy the humor and mystery in Little Critter: Night Night! Sleep Tight! Who better to help children navigate the challenges of learning to read than their friend Little Critter? There are many Little Critter I Can Read titles, but Night Night! Sleep Tight! is the second in the esteemed I Can Read Comics line (after Little Critter: Tricky Chickies). These leveled comic books hook children on reading, give them the confidence to read on their own, and promote visual literacy. CARTOONING BASICS: Every I Can Read Comic includes a "Cartooning Basics" page in the front of the book to help readers new to comics navigate the pages more easily. ACCLAIM: “HarperCollins’ I Can Read Comics series continues to produce great work to fill a high-demand gap for very early readers.” —ALA Booklist

Help Mercer Mayer''s Little Critter get ready for the holidays in this classic, funny and heartwarming book. The perfect gift for Christmas! Whether he''s making wreaths, eating gingerbread cookies, or putting the star on the top of the tree, parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story starring Little Critter.

It''s nap time for Little Sister, but she isn''t sleepy. What will Mom do? Little ones who don''t like to nap will enjoy this sweet Little Critter story about nap time! Perfect for children ages 3-7! Little Sister does not want to take a nap. She is not tired at all. She tries to rest, but she is hungry and thirsty. Little Sister will learn that Mom knows best in this adorable picture book. It’s perfect for naptime or bedtime reads!

Stuck inside on a rainy day? Bor-ing! Keep little ones busy with this pitch-perfect Little Critter story featuring Little Sister! Little Sister tries to find stuff to do on a rainy day, but she is bored! Mom won’t let her play with the toys in her brother''s room. Then she accidentally wakes up the baby! Thankfully, Mom is always one step ahead of Little Sister in this adorable 24-page picture book. It’s a fun way to keep little ones busy on a rainy day!

Celebrate Easter with this adorable Little Critter board book! It’s Easter morning, and Little Critter is ready to find some Easter goodies with his little sister! After church, they dye some eggs. Then they have an Easter egg hunt! Children will love this heartwarming Little Critter board book, which features a glitter cover. This sweet tale is the perfect way to introduce the youngest fans to lovable Little Critter!

This silly and sweet picture book about the mayhem that results from trying to help mom is a perfect gift any time of year! Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is trying his best to be a help to his mother in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether he’s trying to make breakfast, mow the lawn, or carry the groceries--maybe it''s Little Critter who needs some help after all! Both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. And for more fun with mom and dad, check out more Little Critter tales! -Just Me and Dad -Just Me and Mom -Just Like Dad

Mercer Mayer''s Little Critter learns it’s important to say “I’m sorry!” in this humorous storybook! Mercer Mayer''s Little Critter is having a very bad day! He used his brother''s blanket as a cape, and he forgot his sister''s jump rope at the park. But no matter what happens, he always remembers to apologize! This adorable picture book is an excellent way to remind little ones to say “I''m sorry!” and practice good manners!

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!

Little Critter befriends a new student who uses a wheelchair in this classic full-color storybook! Children ages three to seven will enjoy this sweet story about friendship and acceptance, first published in 1992, with game cards, stickers, and a poster! Little Critter meets a student named Alex who uses a wheelchair. Before long, Little Critter learns Alex is just like everyone else, and they become the best of friends!

Little Critter learns a lesson about saving money in this classic full-color storybook for children—includes stickers and cards! Little Critter gets a piggy bank from Grandma and Grandpa—now he has to learn how to save his money instead of spending it all! Children ages three to seven will enjoy this humorous story, first published in 2001, which comes with stickers and game cards!

It''s time to sleep with this hilarious and adorable bedtime story featuring Little Critter! Perfect for parents to read aloud with their toddlers. Little Critter is not looking forward to bedtime. Whether it’s time for him to stop playing and take a bath, or making a fuss about getting into his jammies, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A great way to introduce children to their very own bedtime routine!

Celebrate the bond between brothers and sisters with this 2-in-1 classic storybook featuring Mercer Mayer''s Little Critter and his adorable Little Sister! Like all big brothers, Mercer Mayer''s Little Critter loves his sister! But sometimes, younger siblings can be a handful! This humorous picture book for girls and boys ages 3 to 7 features two classic stories: Me Too!: Mercer Mayer''s Little Critter reluctantly spends time with his young sister in this heartwarming classic storybook. Little Sister just won''t be left behind when her big brother wants to go fishing or hiking with his friends--she may be small, but she''s ready for anything! Both parents and children alike will relate to this humorous story--a great way to celebrate the special bond between brothers and sisters! Just A Rainy Day: Little Sister is stuck inside the house on a rainy day, and she is absolutely bored! When she decides to play ''dress-up'', she wakes the baby. When she tries to help Mom clean up, she makes a bigger mess! Thankfully, Mom figures out a way to make everyone happy in this adorable classic storybook featuring beloved characters from the world of Mercer Mayer''s Little Critter! It''s the perfect read aloud for anyone with a brother or sister, either younger or older!

Little Critter helps Mom and Dad find the perfect present for his little sister in this Step 2 leveled reader! It''s birthday time for Little Critter''s sister in this Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader, first published in 1988! Little Critter wants to get the perfect present for his sister--will she want a doll that talks? Girls and boys ages 4 to 6 will adore this sweet tale--a perfect way to introduce youngsters to the concept of gift-giving! Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Join Little Critter as he gets ready for his first day of school in this Step 2 Step-into-Reading Leveled Reader, a perfect back to school read--no matter what that looks like! Wake up! It''s time to get ready for school with Little Critter as he rides the bus, meets a new teacher, and makes new friends! Children ages four to six will love this full-color Step 2 Step-into-Reading Leveled Reader! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. These readers are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

A deluxe Little Critter hardcover collection featuring the original classic stories from Mercer Mayer! This deluxe 320-page Little Critter storybook includes the original classic Critter stories created by Mercer Mayer! Children ages three to seven will love the heartwarming stories in this hardcover collection! Featured stories include: Just For You, Just Me and My Dad, Just Me and My Mom, Just Go to Bed, All By Myself, Me Too!, Just Grandpa and Me, Just Grandma and Me, Just Me and My Puppy, Just a Mess, I Just Forgot, Just Me and My Little Brother, and I Was So Mad.

Hit the slopes with Little Critter in this full-color storybook--with cards, stickers, and a poster! The winter fun has just begun--time to ski and ice-skate with Little Critter! Children ages three to seven will love this winter-themed storybook--now featuring cards, stickers, and a poster!

Meet a frog, a dog, and some of Little Critter''s other furry friends in this Step 2 Deluxe Step into Reading leveled reader with stickers! Little Critter loves his pets! Meet his fish, frog, cat, and dog in this Step 2 Deluxe Step into Reading leveled reader, first published in 1988! With over 30 shiny stickers, this book is perfect for children ages 4 to 6. Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

A perfect graudation gift all about growing up, featuring the one-and-only, Little Critter! Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter and his little sister wonder how things will be when they grow up in these funny and heartwarming classic stories. Featuring When I Get Bigger and When I Grow Up, this two-in-one picture book is an endearing look at how children see their future as adults, encouraging them to dream big.

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.

Join Little Critter® as he learns why it’s important to tell the whole truth—and not just part of it. Since 1975, Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating stories about a little ball of fur named Little Critter 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. Little Critter thinks that sometimes it’s easier to tell part of the truth instead of the whole truth. In this second book in the Inspired Kids line, Little Critter learns quickly that lying has consequences and that telling the truth, no matter how hard, is always the right thing to do.

Join Little Critter® as he learns forgiving not only helps others—it makes him feel better too! Since 1975, Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating stories about Little Critter® and the antics he stumbles into while growing up. Tommy Nelson is thrilled to bring this beloved brand to the Christian market with the Inspired Kids line of faith-based books featuring Little Critter. In We All Need Forgiveness, Little Critter is glad he has such nice friends who forgive him when he makes mistakes. But when one of his friends accidentally does something that affects him, Little Critter gets upset and stays angry at his friend for a while. But Little Critter’s pals teach him that saying “it’s okay” helps the person who acted up—and it helps him feel better much sooner. Just like Mama says, “As God forgives, we must forgive each other.” Based on Matthew 6:14, Little Critter learns why forgiveness helps heal the one who does the forgiving just as much as the one who needs forgiveness. Features & Benefits: Little Critter® brand has humorously portrayed issues kids face for almost 40 years Faith-inspired message shows kids how to develop a spirit of forgiveness Over 150 million Little Critter books sold

Join Little Critter® as he learns why it’s important to be thankful for what he has—not to be upset about what he doesn''t. Since 1975, Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating stories about Little Critter and the antics he stumbles into while growing up. Tommy Nelson is thrilled to bring this beloved brand that humorously portrays social and emotional issues that kids face to the Christian market with faith-based books featuring Little Critter. In Being Thankful, Little Critter isn''t getting anything he wants. Gator gets cool brand-new sneakers, while Little Critter is stuck with his boring blue ones. Tiger’s dad has a boat—but not Little Critter’s dad. And even at the ice cream shop, Little Critter can’t enjoy his chocolate ice cream cone because he would rather have a huge ice cream sundae instead. But on a trip to the farm, Grandma shows Little Critter why thankfulness is so important and helps make any situation seem so much happier. Based on Psalm 107:1, Being Thankful will teach children ages 3 to 6 What gratitude is and why we should be thankful for all of God''s blessings How our actions and manners affect others How to share thankfulness with others Your family will also love and learn from the other Little Critter books in the Inspired Kids series: It''s True We All Need Forgiveness You Go First

Join Little Critter® as he learns why it’s important to be kind and treat others as you want to be treated instead of selfishly taking the first turn. Since 1975, Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating stories about Little Critter and the antics he stumbles into while growing up. Tommy Nelson is thrilled to bring this beloved brand that humorously portrays social and emotional issues that kids face to the Christian market with 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 mistakes, 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. Based on Matthew 7:12, You Go First will teach children ages 2 to 6 God’s reminder to “love others as yourself” How our actions and manners affect others What it means to put other’s needs first Your family will also love and learn from the other Little Critter books in the Inspired Kids series: It’s True We All Need Forgiveness Being Thankful

The little critters are putting on a school play and all the families will be invited.

Join Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter® in this My First I Can Read story. Little Critter has a day off from school! When Little Critter® feels just a little sick, Mom lets him stay home from school. Hooray! But between visiting the doctor and staying inside all day, missing school is not what Little Critter expected. Little Critter: Just a Little Sick is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.

When Little Critter finds out one of his neighbors is in need, he and his friends rally together and volunteer their help. They soon learn community service is rewarding . . . and fun! Who can the Critters help next? This is a funny and charming Little Critter story with a great message about caring about others.

When Mom and Dad tell Little Critter® they have exciting news, he thinks they mean they''re getting a new dog—not moving to a new house! Will he be able to bring his sandbox? What if he has to go to a new school full of bullies? What if his new next-door neighbors are monsters!? Eventually, Little Critter learns moving is not so bad after all. . . .

Little Critter: Just Big Enough, written and illustrated in full color by bestselling author Mercer Mayer, offers a gentle but important lesson about bullying. In this 8x8 paperback, Little Critter is being bullied. Bigger kids steal his seat on the bus, eat his cupcakes, and won’t let him play football with them. Little Critter decides he has to get bigger, too. So he stuffs himself with vegetables, exercises until he’s exhausted, and turns himself a growing machine. He’s so disappointed when his hard work fails… But his grandfather helps him see that bigger isn’t always better. With this encouragement, Little Critter leads a team of smaller kids in a relay race against the big kids. And the little kids win!