Little Critter

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Common Sense Media says

Lots to do (and lessons, too!) at site for book series.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that Mercer Mayer's Little Critter Web site is as sweet and engaging as his books, and is appropriate for preschoolers and even toddlers (with parent help).

  • Mercer Mayer presents opportunities in his books and on this site for kids to sense that their new and sometimes unsettling experiences in life are shared by many others, including one cute Little Critter. Also, this site offers a great example of what a creative -- and clean -- tool YouTube can be when used appropriately.
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  • Like all siblings, brother and sister characters can get testy with each other in a few of the videos here, so there is some sibling bickering but no inappropriate language.
  • The Library portion of the site would be more aptly labeled "bookstore" since it contains a list of Mercer Mayer's books, software, and videos and a link to purchase them at Amazon. There's also another storefront on the site for items like T Shirts, mugs, and prints.

What's it about?

Even the youngest, todder fans of Mercer Mayer's Litter Critter books will love this interactive, musical, colorful site. Parents can download coloring pages, prints, songsheets, and more. With a little help, older toddlers can play the interactive games, follow along with the interactive storybooks and, of course, watch the brief, minutes-long animated videos.


Is it any good?

 

Cute, cuddly, simple, and interactive, Little Critter is a safe, age-appropriate place to take a brief dip into the Internet with your youngest computer user. The short videos, interactive games, music, and lots of printables and activities will encourage a bit of computer time and lots of off-screen fun in the creative, busy hands of toddlers and preschoolers.


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What families can talk about

Families can talk about all of the different, common situations Little Critter and his family find themselves in. From bringing home a baby to spending the day with mom or dad alone, Mercer Mayer presents opportunities in his books and on this Web site for kids to sense that their new and sometimes unsettling experiences in life are shared by many others, including one cute Little Critter.


This review was written by Dana Villamagna
Parent of 5 year old
January 15, 2011
 

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October 18, 2010
 

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This review was written by Dana Villamagna
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This review was written by Dana Villamagna

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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
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