About This Book
Leo Lionni's "The Green Tailed Mouse" tells the story of a community of mice preparing for a vibrant Mardi Gras celebration. As they don their elaborate costumes and masks, the line between play and reality begins to blur, especially for the titular green-tailed mouse. The narrative gently explores themes of self-identity, the power of imagination, and the importance of remembering that even the most exciting games are ultimately for fun. It's a wonderful book for discussing emotions, social dynamics, and the difference between pretend and real life with young children.
The mice become so involved in their Mardi Gras masquerade they forget it is all in fun.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What was your favorite costume the mice wore? What would you dress up as for a masquerade?
2
Have you ever played a game so much that you almost forgot it wasn't real? How did that feel?
3
Why do you think the mice forgot it was all in fun? What helped them remember?
4
How do you think the green-tailed mouse felt about his special tail?
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