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The Ralph S. Mouse series, penned by beloved children's author Beverly Cleary, follows the adventures of a spunky and resourceful mouse named Ralph. Living in a hotel, Ralph navigates the human world with wit and charm, often finding himself in humorous and exciting situations. The series, which includes titles like "The Mouse and the Motorcycle," "Runaway Ralph," and "Ralph S. Mouse," explores themes of friendship, independence, and the challenges of growing up. Cleary's engaging storytelling and relatable characters make this series a delightful read for young readers, offering a unique perspective on the world from a mouse's eye view...
Kate DiCamillo
The Tale of Despereaux
This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Despereaux, a small mouse with big ears, a tiny form, and a most unusual heart-he is courageous and determined. And when he falls in love with a human princess, he sets off on a heroic journey to win her heart, with only his courage and wits to guide him.
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Charlotte's Web
A classic of children's literature, Charlotte's Web tells the story of a pig named Wilbur and his friendship with a spider named Charlotte. When Wilbur's life is threatened, Charlotte uses her web-spinning skills to save him, and in the process, teaches him about love, loyalty, and the true meaning of friendship.
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Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH
Mrs. Frisby, a widowed mouse with four small children, must move her family to their summer home before the farmer's plow destroys their cozy nest. But her youngest son, Timothy, is too sick to travel, so she enlists the help of the rats of NIMH, a group of highly intelligent rodents who have escaped from a scientific research facility and are now living in the woods.
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The Cricket in Times Square
When Tucker, a country cricket, accidentally arrives in Times Square, he is befriended by a streetwise cat named Harry and a shy newsstand operator named Mario. Together, they help Tucker adjust to city life and discover the magic of friendship and music in this beloved Newbery Honor Book.
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The Rescuers
Miss Bianca, a small and elegant mouse, and her cohort, the daring and resourceful Bernard, are members of the Prisoner's Aid Society, a group of mice dedicated to rescuing those in need. When they receive a letter from a terrified little girl named Penny, who is being held captive in the fearsome Black Castle, they set off on a daring mission to save her.
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The Mouse and the Motorcycle
In this classic Beverly Cleary novel, a young mouse named Ralph discovers the joys of riding a toy motorcycle, and befriends a human boy named Keith. Together, they have thrilling adventures and learn about the power of friendship and the importance of being true to oneself.
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The Borrowers
The Borrowers are a family of tiny people who live beneath the floorboards of an old English house and
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Stuart Little
Stuart Little is a small mouse with a big heart and a love of adventure. When he is adopted by a human family, he sets off on a series of thrilling escapades, from sailing a toy boat in Central Park to racing a car in the park.
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Redwall
Redwall Abbey is home to a community of peaceful mice, who are threatened by the arrival of the evil rat Cluny the Scourge. When the Abbey's ancient tapestry, which holds the secret to their salvation, is stolen, a young mouse named Matthias sets off on a dangerous journey to retrieve it.
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The Wind in the Willows
This classic children's novel tells the story of Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger, four animal friends who live in the English countryside. When Toad becomes obsessed with motorcars and gets into trouble with the law, his friends must band together to save him from himself and protect their beloved riverbank home.
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Poppy
Poppy is a young mouse who lives in the forest with her family. When her brother, Ragweed, goes missing, she sets off on a dangerous journey to find him, braving the dangers of the forest and the treachery of the owls who rule the night sky.
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