About This Book
Jerry Pinkney's Caldecott Medal-winning "The Lion & the Mouse" is a breathtaking, nearly wordless retelling of Aesop's classic fable. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the African Serengeti, this picture book beautifully illustrates the powerful message that even the smallest among us can perform great deeds and that kindness begets kindness. Through stunning watercolor and colored pencil illustrations, Pinkney masterfully conveys the emotions and actions of the lion and the mouse, inviting young readers to interpret the story visually and engage deeply with its themes of empathy, cooperation, and unlikely friendship. It's a perfect book for sparking conversations about helping others and the value of every individual.
In this wordless retelling of an Aesop fable set in the African Serengeti, an adventuresome mouse proves that even small creatures are capable of great deeds when she rescues the King of the Jungle.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What happens at the beginning of the story?
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How does the mouse feel when she first meets the lion? How does the lion feel?
3
What does the mouse do to help the lion?
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What lesson do you think this story teaches us about helping others?
5
If you could add words to one page, which page would it be and what would you say?
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