The Mouse House
The adventures of Sophie Mouse Series
What’s inside...
Sophie becomes jealous when her friend receives a mouse house as a birthday gift, something she has always wanted. In a separate story, Mabel Mouse and her family embark on a challenging journey to find a new home after Mabel gets sick and suspects their cold cellar is the cause. They face danger from a farm cat and struggle to find shelter for the night, in a charming tale suitable for children aged five to seven years. Mabel Mouse is very upset when she gets a cold. Her daughter has a cold and she has only just recovered from the last one. She decides that the cold cellar of the beautiful country home that she and her family live in is the problem. Her husband, Walter, promises to find a new home for the family with Norman, his eldest son, but will this be as easy as it sounds? Their search takes them beyond the house and far from home. Can they escape a stealthy farm cat? And can they find anyone to take them in for their one night away from home? Find out in this charming tale, suitable for children aged five to seven years.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
52 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the mice were feeling when they found the Mouse House?
How would you decorate your own Mouse House if you had one?
Why do you think teamwork was important for the mice in the story?
What would you do if you were a mouse in this big world?
How do you think the story would change if there were no Mouse House?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they think the book will be about just by looking at the cover.
Pause at key moments in the story to ask how they might feel in the same situation.
Relate the story to your child’s experience by discussing times when they had to work with others to achieve a goal.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their version of a Mouse House and describe it to you.
Use expressions and different voices for each mouse character to make the story more engaging and entertaining.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: In 'The Mouse House,' the mice creatively use everyday items to solve problems and enhance their home.
Real-World Application: Children can apply problem-solving skills by thinking creatively to overcome challenges in their surroundings, whether at home or school.
Example Lesson: The Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: The mouse family works together to build their house, highlighting how collaboration can accomplish great things.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to cooperate with peers during group activities, fostering a sense of community and shared achievement.
Example Lesson: Value of Resourcefulness
Explanation: Through the story, the mice demonstrate how to be resourceful by repurposing items for new uses.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to use resources wisely, understanding the importance of sustainability and creativity in daily life.
Example Lesson: Family Togetherness
Explanation: The mice show strong family bonds and support for each other, emphasizing the importance of family unity.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the value of supporting family members and spending quality time together, nurturing strong familial relationships.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the Face of Adversity
Explanation: Despite challenges, the mice remain determined to create their home, exemplifying resilience.
Real-World Application: Children learn to remain hopeful and persistent, even when facing difficulties, shaping a resilient mindset for future obstacles.