Little Mouse's Big Book of Fears

Written and illustrated by Emily Gravett

A timid mouse confronts her fears, discovering courage within.

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32 pages· 476 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

Little Mouse is terrified of everything, from spiders to shadows. As she bravely documents her fears in a journal, she learns that even the biggest creatures have their own fears. Will she find the courage to face her phobias? With interactive pages, join Little Mouse on her journey of self-discovery and bravery.

From the publisher

Spiders: Little Mouse is afraid of them (arachnophobia). Shadows: Little Mouse is afraid of those (sciaphobia). In fact, Little Mouse is afraid of everything. Join her as she faces her fears and records them in her journal - and discovers that even the biggest people are afraid of some things.

Awards

Kate Greenaway Medal (2008)

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 476
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: ~520L

Themes & topics

Books about facing fears Books about mice, hamster, guinea pigs, etc.Books about new experiences Books about social themes Books about feelings and emotions

What readers & critics say

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4.5

“The multi-media illustrations in this book were my favorite part—they are truly amazing! This is a great book for helping kids realize that they aren't the only one with concerns, and that even something they might be afraid of (like a mouse!) is scared of things too.”

Marmee

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