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Goodnight, Little Critter follows the playful Little Critter as he assists his little sister in settling down for the night. The story turns the routine of bedtime into a gentle, mischievous exchange between siblings, illustrating how a child’s sleepy plans can be turned on their head when the little ones themselves can’t quite drift off. Through simple, engaging illustrations and a soothing narrative, the book offers a calm, relatable look at the challenges and joys of getting to sleep in a family setting.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Mercer Mayer
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