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K-3I Can Read Book series.
Little Critter excitedly prepares for Saturday's Critterville Kite Flying Contest, but he runs into trouble while practicing. Grandpa saves the day by crafting a ribbon-winning ("for the most original") kite. The bland story features Mayer's familiar characters facing a challenge and predictably coming out for the better. Simple word repetition and large typeface will aid the brand-new reader.