Little Critter Numbers by Mercer Mayer (1995 Board Book)



Small (3.5"x3.5"x0.875") washable board book illustrated in full color. Little Critter visits his many friends at the zoo: one lazy lion, two happy hippos...all the way to ten playful penguins. Pages not numbered.


Mercer Mayer is an American children's book writer and illustrator. He has published over 300 books using a wide range of illustrative styles. Mayer is best known for his Little Critter and Little Monster series of books.


Board book is tight, unmarked and has been cleaned. Stain on front & back covers from unknown liquid is the only flaw I noticed.



Copyright1992. Originally published in a different format by Barnes and Noble Bookseller, Inc. Full print-line shows 1st printing of this Random House edition. Printed in Mexico. ISBN-10: 0-679-87355-4. LCCN: 94-74787. MSR not stated.



Notes on Condition/Edition ratings:


Fine – means like new, but any book produced over 10 years ago isn't “brand new”.  Booksellers needed some word to describe this...


Like New – A new book, no marks no damage (except maybe remainder marks or shelf-wear) except not obtained directly from the publisher or in packaging from the publisher.


Very Good – How you or I might take care of a book, closer to “as new” than standard. Might show ownership.


Good – How someone else might take care of a book. Also referred to as “standard.” The most likely condition

for books of this age & title, shows the book has been read or previously owned.


Acceptable – How a child, student or a librarian might take care of a book. (Either trying to make sure

someone doesn't steal it by plastering ownership everywhere, filled it with copious notes or a book that has been damaged.)


Poor – Combination of “acceptable” factors above. Most likely with water damage as well. Might have

missing pages (you should ask).


Near – Means “almost” in an optimistic sense. e.g., “Near Fine” means very good, but on the high end.


1st Thus – Unique somehow, maybe 1st paperback, new illustrator, misprint or even the 1st edition. A collector

might desire this copy.


Thanks for looking!