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In "Bye‑bye, Mom and Dad," Little Critter believes he is the boss of the house when his parents leave for the day. The day takes an unexpected turn when Grandma and Grandpa arrive, keeping him busy and showing that family adventures can happen anywhere.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Mercer Mayer
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