The Story of Jumping Mouse
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1984 · Est. 14 min read-aloud

The Story of Jumping Mouse

Written & illustrated by John Steptoe

A mouse's journey to a legendary land tests his courage and compassion.

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40 pages· 1,719 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
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A young mouse embarks on a perilous quest to a legendary land, guided by the words of a Magic Frog. Along the way, he faces daunting obstacles and makes sacrifices to aid others. His unwavering hope and compassion become his greatest strengths, leading to rewards beyond his wildest dreams. Will his faith carry him to greatness, or will the journey prove too challenging?

From the publisher

The smallest and humblest of creature can dream of greatness and, if faithful to himself and the dream, can become the noblest of creatures.

Awards

Caldecott Honor (1985)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
40
Words
1,719
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD610L
Themes & topics
Books about cultureBooks about diversityBooks about miceBooks about race and ethnicityBooks about mice, hamster, guinea pigs, etc.
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
5046
Publication
Published
May 26, 1989
First published
March 13, 1984
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780688087401

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