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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1967 · Est. 13.5 hour read
The Mouse and His Child
By Russell Hoban, David Small (Illustrator)
Two toy mice face danger to find a safe haven.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 2,702 ratings
244 pages· 48,844 words· Est. 13.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Two discarded toy mice, broken and abandoned, embark on a journey through a hostile world. Facing danger and uncertainty, they search for a place to belong. Will they find safety and happiness with old friends or new allies? Their quest is filled with unexpected challenges and heartwarming discoveries.
From the publisher
Available in an updated format with stunning new illustrations, this is the sweet story of an unusual relationship from the creator of the Frances the Badger series. Illustrations.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 244
- Words
- 48,844
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 970L
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Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 6.6
- F&P level
- ~W
- AR points
- 8
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 23807
Publication
- Published
- September 1, 2001
- First published
- January 1, 1967
- Publisher
- Arthur A. Levine Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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