Publisher Comments: 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. Book Description The very popular Little Critter has a friend over to play and tries his best to be a good host. It's a long afternoon. After his friend damages Little Critter's bike by accident, leaves him in the tree house without a ladder, and doesn't help clean up his room, Little Critter decides that playing alone isn't always bad. Mercer Mayer's dry and gentle humor provides another funny-but-true picture-book treat. Card catalog description Though playing with a friend can be a great deal of fun, it's good to be alone sometimes too. Book Dimension Height (mm) 203 Width (mm) 204