Town Mouse, Country Mouse
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994 · Est. 12 min read-aloud

Town Mouse, Country Mouse

Written by Jan Brett

Two mouse couples swap homes, facing unexpected adventures and challenges.

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32 pages· 1,461 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud· AD630L
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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
Themes & topics
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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.
Identifiers
ISBN
9780399226229
LCCN
93041227
OCLC
29357876

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