How Green was My Mouse

This charming chapter book by beloved author Dick King-Smith follows Charlie Muffin, a boy passionate about breeding colorful mice. When his friend Merry Day expresses a wish for a green mouse, Charlie sets out to achieve the seemingly impossible, despite everyone knowing green mice aren't real. The story gently explores themes of friendship, perseverance, and the power of imagination, all wrapped in King-Smith's signature whimsical style. It's perfect for early elementary readers ready for their first chapter books or as a delightful read-aloud for younger children, offering a heartwarming tale without any scary or complex elements.

Charlie Muffin breeds mice of every imaginable colour - except green, of course. Everyone knows that mice are never green. But his friend Merry Day really wants to see a green mouse and Charlie Muffin really wants to please Merry Day.