Just for You by Mercer Mayer

This silly and sweet picture book about the mayhem that results from trying to help mom is a perfect gift any time of year!

Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is trying his best to be a help to his mother in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether he’s trying to make breakfast, mow the lawn, or carry the groceries—maybe it’s Little Critter who needs some help after all! Both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story.

And for more fun with mom and dad, check out more Little Critter tales!
-Just Me and Dad
-Just Me and Mom
-Just Like Dad


Series Overview: We are publishing two Little Critter titles in Fall 2023: I’m Sorry is a 24-page Pictureback book and Just for You is a 26-page board book. We’re hoping to reissue/recover three or four Little Critter titles per year.

MERCER MAYER began writing and illustrating children’s books in 1966, and since then, he has published over 300 titles. Readers can open almost any of his award-winning books and out may pop dragons, cuddly monsters, wonderful creatures, and endearing critters. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer created one of children’s books most cherished characters, Little Critter. He currently lives in Connecticut.