Martin's Mice
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1988 · Est. 3.5 hour read

Martin's Mice

By Dick King-Smith, Jez Alborough (Illustrator)

A kitten's love for mice leads to unexpected revelations in the big city.

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128 pages· 18,864 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Martin, a kitten with a soft spot for mice, is mocked by his siblings for his unusual friendships. When he becomes a city dweller's pet, he uncovers the truth behind his pets' desire for freedom. This whimsical tale explores the humorous and insightful journey of understanding and self-discovery. Will Martin find where he truly belongs?

From the publisher

“Martin, a kitten, is branded a wimp’ by his siblings for his friendlyinterest in mice. He loves caring for them and can’t understand their desirefor freedom. Only when he becomes the pet of a big city apartment dweller doeshe realize why his pets deserted him. An engaging animal fantasy with plentyof humorous insight into the human condition, King-Smith’s story has humor anda fast pace which will appeal to younger readers.”– “School LibraryJournal” (starred review)

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
128
Words
18,864
Reading age
6–9
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
770L
Themes & topics
Books about catsBooks about miceBooks about farm animalsBooks about social themesBooks about mice, hamster, guinea pigs, etc.
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.5
F&P level
~R
AR points
3
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
10785
Publication
Published
March 10, 1998
First published
May 12, 1988
Publisher
Yearling
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780679890980

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