# Little Critter Library

> Bedtime Stories for Kids

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id839154249](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id839154249)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id839154249`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Oceanhouse Media
- **Category:** Books
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (1,765 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.9.7
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-31
- **First published:** 2014-08-29
- **Size:** 63 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/little-critter-library/id839154249)
- **Website:** [http://www.oceanhousemedia.com/products/lclibrary/](http://www.oceanhousemedia.com/products/lclibrary/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.oceanhousemedia.com/privacy/](http://www.oceanhousemedia.com/privacy/)

## Description

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.

## Rankings

- #42,451 — Overall

## Review summary

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).

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