Loud Mouse

Reach for this book when your child seems to be shrinking themselves to fit in or feels embarrassed by the magnitude of their own personality. Whether they have a booming voice, a big imagination, or a talent they are hesitant to share, this story serves as a gentle permission slip to take up space. It follows Dee, a little mouse with a big voice, who worries that her loudness is too much for the world around her until she learns that her song is a gift meant to be shared. While the story centers on a mouse, the emotional themes of self-confidence and identity are deeply human. It is perfectly pitched for preschoolers and early elementary students who are navigating the social pressures of school for the first time. Parents will appreciate how the book celebrates individuality without being preachy, using vibrant illustrations and a musical rhythm to show that being 'too much' is often just the right amount of wonderful.