The Tailor and the Mouse
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2012

The Tailor and the Mouse

By James McGann (Illustrator)

Part of the First Steps in Music series

An absent-minded tailor's wild cure for his sick mouse companion leads to unexpected adventures.

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32 pages
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Join an absent-minded tailor and his ailing mouse friend on a whimsical journey filled with quirky remedies and unexpected twists. As the tailor concocts a wild plan to heal his companion, their adventure unfolds in a vibrant tapestry of song and story. Will his harebrained scheme succeed, or lead to more chaos? Dive into this enchanting tale, beautifully illustrated to capture the magic of a timeless folk song, and discover the heartwarming bond between an unlikely duo. Perfect for preserving the charm of American songtales, this book invites readers to sing along and explore its rich history.

From the publisher

Telling the whimsical story of an absent-minded tailor and his trusty mouse companion, this narrative highlights a fantastic children’s folk song that has been enjoyed throughout the ages. The tale follows the duo as the mouse becomes ill and the dim-witted tailor tries a harebrained method to cure him. Spectacular illustrations capture the colorful lives of these characters, making this picture book another worthy addition to its beloved series and helping to preserve the great “songtales” of the American heritage. Instructions on how to download the complimentary song are featured, and the fully notated version is included with a complete set of lyrics and the history behind this fanciful yarn.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
3–5
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about musicBooks about performing artsBooks about mice, hamster, guinea pigs, etc.
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The series

The First Steps in Music series

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Series
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The fine print

Book details

Publication
Published
September 1, 2012
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781579999032

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