Little Critter Library

Name: Little Critter Library
Rating: 4.7 (1766 reviews)
Author: Oceanhouse Media

By: Oceanhouse Media App

Bedtime Stories for Kids

Overview

Version:

1.9.7

Last updated: 2026-08-31

Ranking

#42,418 ▼ 28

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Read dozens of Little Critter stories by Mercer Mayer and spark your child’s love of reading. The app features highlighted narration to support literacy, tappable words to learn new vocabulary, and the option to record and share your own narration. Designed for ages 2-5, it even includes a bonus find-the-creature mini-game in each story.

Parents can sort and search stories by topic or publication date, control access with parental controls, and enjoy a free 1-week trial with a subscription or free access to one story per month without a subscription. This officially licensed Mercer Mayer app has earned awards like Academic's Choice Smart Choice Media and the National Parenting Publications Awards Silver.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Kids Education Content Entertainment

By:

Oceanhouse Media

Rating:

4.70

(1,766) 2 new ratings

Version:

1.9.7 Last updated: 2026-08-31

Version code:

888591189

Creation date:

2014-08-29

Compatible devices:

Size:

62.86MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-09-04

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 42,418 ▼ 28

For Developers

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Developed by:

Oceanhouse Media

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/little-critter-library/id839154249

Website:

http://www.oceanhousemedia.com/products/lclibrary/

User Reviews

Users praise the library’s extensive, interactive Little Critter titles with read-aloud and recording options, plus a safe, ad-free, child-friendly experience. However, recurring concerns involve subscription costs and hard cancellations, plus Family Sharing and cross-device access problems that often force duplicate purchases. Some users also report download/access issues after payment and overall cost concerns. Overall, it’s a valuable, engaging reading tool for kids, but monetization and device-sharing limitations can hinder the experience.

Pros

Extensive Little Critter library with interactive features, including read-aloud and the option to record your own reading.
Kid-friendly, safe, ad-free experience with easy navigation for children.
Engaging educational experience with interactive elements, word/object naming, and narration that supports early readers.
Great for on-the-go reading (works on iPhone and iPad) and has broad appeal for families.
Widely loved across generations, appealing to both kids and adults who grew up with the books.

Cons

Subscription-based pricing with ongoing charges and difficulty canceling.
Family Sharing and cross-device access issues: purchases not easily transferable between devices or Apple IDs.
Content not reliably downloadable or accessible after payment, leading to frustration.
Perceived high cost / not free content may deter some users.
Occasional bugs or functionality problems (noted as 'not working' in reviews).