All the many things a young child can do independently are demonstrated, (tying shoes, riding a bike, kicking a ball), but there is one thing the child cannot do alone.

Little Critter engages in various imaginative activities while preparing for bed and his father tells him to just go to bed.

When Little Critter goes off with his friends, his little sister wails, "Me, too!" When Little Critter eats a piece of cake, he has to share it with his hungry sister. It seems as if Little Critter's responsibilities as a big brother will never end.

A child imagines all the things to be done when one is bigger.

Even though Puppy misbehaves, he makes a wonderful pet.

A boy cleans up his messy room to try to find his baseball mitt.

Though playing with a friend can be a great deal of fun, it's good to be alone sometimes too.

Little Critter introduces us to his house and family as the illustrations depict misbehavior, fun, and lots of love.

Little Critter goes shopping with his mother and little sisters for groceries and other things.

Little critter and his mother take a trip to the city exploring the department stores and museums.