Mahalia Mouse Goes to College

Reach for this book when your child feels intimidated by big environments or is starting to show a precocious interest in how the world works. While many stories focus on a mouse's search for crumbs, this rhyming tale follows Mahalia as she accidentally hitches a ride to Harvard and discovers she has a genius-level aptitude for physics. It beautifully balances the physical peril of being small with the soaring confidence that comes from intellectual discovery. This is a sophisticated choice for 4 to 8 year olds that celebrates academic curiosity and the idea that talent can be found in the most unexpected places. Parents will appreciate the rich vocabulary and the message that our capabilities are not limited by our size or where we started.