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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994 · Est. 12 min read-aloud
Town Mouse, Country Mouse
By Jan Brett
Two mouse couples swap homes, facing unexpected adventures and challenges.
32 pages· 1,461 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In a delightful twist on a classic tale, two mouse couples decide to swap their homes, seeking a change from their routine lives. As they navigate the lush countryside and a grand Victorian townhouse, they encounter unexpected adventures and challenges. Will their quest for excitement lead to newfound appreciation or unforeseen trouble? Discover the suspense and humor that unfold in this beautifully illustrated journey.
From the publisher
The classic tale of a town mouse and a country mouse takes on a new dimension in the imaginative and talented hands of Jan Brett. She introduces two engaging mouse couples eager to get away from their everyday lives. But when they agree to swap homes, they are plunged into unexpected adventures at every turn.
In a story filled with suspense and humor, lush green country scenes alternate with the elegant details of a fine Victorian townhouse, making this a breathtakingly beautiful picture book.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,461
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD630L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
5.8
out of 7
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 11398
Publication
- Published
- August 28, 1994
- First published
- January 1, 1994
- Publisher
- G. P. Putnam's Sons
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
- Text details
- Text set in Bembo.
- Illustration details
- Airbrush backgrounds by Joseph Hearne. Lettering by Dave Gatti.
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