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In this charming companion to Mouse Paint, Ellen Stoll Walsh introduces the concept of counting forward and backward in a suspenseful story that will keep young readers guessing. “The rhythm follows the illustrations in a glissando; one can almost hear the background music.”--The Horn Book
This is a darling book for preschoolers and kindergarteners. The Very Hungry Caterpillar meets The Three Billy Goats Gruff and the message is: Don't be greedy! There has been some discussion as to the appropriateness of a snake pursuing a mouse dinner. As a mother of four, grandmother of 6, credentialed teacher (and current preschool teacher) who homeschooled two of my own children, I have a few thoughts on that. At what point do we teach children about the balance of nature? It is my opinion that it is best to do it very gradually and gently...of which I think this book does a lovely job. The snake is not evil, just hungry. The mice are careful, but sleepy...and then they very cleverly get out of a difficult jam. To overthink this darling story book is a mistake. Just enjoy it!!!!
