A brave traveling mouse demonstrates respect, faithfulness and patience to overcome unforeseen circumstances and
win the affection of the
Yellow Princess! Maze-like illustrations diagram the brave mouse’s travels
through the castle, and increase readers’ level of participation in the story.
Narrative
Significance: Perseverance and expectations. Good behavior during adverse circumstances is demonstrated through
a series of expectation-changing events and a surprise ending. The
surface story also supports a deeper discussion of topics such as duplicity,
integrity, accountability, respect and fidelity.
Visual Significance: Maze-like, detailed
and humorous illustrations enhance the theme, add context and reveal plot
clues. Closer examination reveals architectural and illusionary elements to
inspire imaginative ‘freeplay’ and subplots with background characters.
Theme: Medieval Romance
Protagonist: Male
Listening Audience: Children ages 4-9
Reading Level: Age 9
Specifications:
32 pages
8x8 softcover
965 words
Full color pen and
ink illustrations on every page
Outline:
page 1-6 Character and plot introduction
page
7-10 Courage
page
11-16 Loyalty
page
17-20 Respect
page
21-24 Patience
page
25-30 They meet at last!
page
31-32 Definitions of important terms
Market:
Designed to appeal to readers who value the narrative and visual styles
of:
M.C.
Escher [Dutch Illustrator] 1889-1972
David Macauley Castle Houghton Mifflin, 1977
Richard
Scarry Richard
Scarry’s Busy Busy World Goldencraft, 1970