The job of a mouse is to read and collect books while also learning important things. Little Bio: Even though most mice like to chase cheese, Milo stands out because he is small and always wants to know more. Milo's heart beats for the endless worlds and experiences that can only be found in books. His love of reading makes him feel like taking risks, which pushes him to leave his comfort zone. Milo wants to share the magic of words and stories with everyone he meets, so his search for information and stories is more than just a personal one. Milo faces many difficulties on his travels. Each one, however, is a chance to teach him how to be brave, friendly, and smart. The stories he brings back from his trips make the lives of those who go with him better. People from different worlds can connect with each other through their love stories on Milo's trips. The journey of Milo shows how reading and asking questions can change your life. He shows us that even the smallest of us can go on the biggest trips with just a book and an open heart. His story makes people think, explore, and find new things. It shows how reading and being creative can open up a world of options. Summary: Milo is a little mouse who wants to read more than he wants cheese. The sweet story "The Mouse Who Loved Reading" tells his story. Milo's love of reading takes him on an adventure and exploration trip in a world where his friends are happy with the small pleasures of everyday life. This shows that being brave and able to dream big are not limited by one's size. Milo starts a trip that takes him not only into the lovely real-world scenery around his cozy library, but also into the endless worlds of books full of information and ideas. Milo's adventures take him over a scary mountain that shows him how to keep going until you reach your goal, across a river that teaches him how important it is to be creative, through a forest where the light of one friend drives out the darkness, and with animals of all sizes who teach him the value of being smart, brave, and asking the right questions. Milo learns that the smallest things can have the biggest effects and that help can come from the strangest places as he makes friends along the way who will become his most valuable possession. Milo has to deal with problems that are as different as the places he travels through: the raging waters of a strong river, the eerie quiet of a forest in the dark, and the busy chaos of a city that seems too big for a mouse his size. Milo grows mentally and spiritually as he gets past each obstacle. He learns that friendship is the brightest light in the darkest times and that courage is the will to keep going even when you're scared. By the end of his journey, Milo learns that the best times are those he shares with his loved ones, that are funny, and that are based on the magic of the stories he loves. "The Mouse Who Loved Reading" is a praise for our natural desire to learn, our bravery in facing our fears, and the stories that connect us. We learn that the most beautiful things in life are the ones that help us understand ourselves and the world around us better. Chapter 1: Finding Milo A beautiful, old library stood in a quiet little town where the sun was softly shining on the roofs. Along the length of the room, shelves rose almost to the roof and were piled high with books of all shapes and sizes. Milo, the little mouse, also thought this library was a great place for people. Milo was not like other mice. The other kids were looking for cheese and crumbs quickly, but Milo was thinking about something much more amazing. He came out of his small hole in the wall one cold evening, just as the library lights went out and the last few people left. He softly tapped his little paws on the wood, and his beautiful, curious eyes sparkled with joy. He knew he had to find the place where a lot of stories were said to be true. Milo was wondering when he found a pretty spot that looked like it sparkled softly from the moonlight coming in through a window. One of the chairs had a book propped up on it. This book wasn't like any other. It was big, and the cover sparkled with magic and dust. Milo's heart rate went up a little. He had discovered the way to open up new thoughts, feelings, and ideas. It was hard for Milo to sit down and open the book. He was committed no matter what, even if the pages were bigger than he was. He was taken on trips he had never imagined by the beautiful words and pictures he saw as he turned the pages. When he read stories about faraway places, brave heroes, mysterious animals, and exciting events, his heart raced. Milo thought it was interesting. By turning the leaves of books, he found that he could go anywhere, meet anyone, and learn anything. He became more and more excited about stories with each page he turned.

It’s always a beautiful day when Mouse and Minka come to play! Minka loves Mouse and shows it in this charming Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read book about siblings! Mouse spies his sister Minka acting very mysterious. She’s collecting shiny red paper, paste, and pink ribbons. What is she doing? She’s making a valentine for Mouse, of course! Young readers are sure to enjoy Lauren Thompson’s simple, energetic text and Buket Erdogan’s sweet, playful illustrations as they learn to recognize words and begin to read on their very own!

On a crisp autumn day Mouse and Minka celebrate fall by jumping in a pile of leaves in this adorable Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read book about fall! One cool fall day, Mouse and Minka come out to play! They are greeted by red, yellow, orange, and brown leaves of all shapes and sizes. Mouse runs and skips and kicks and swishes through all the leaves. Young readers are sure to enjoy Lauren Thompson’s simple, energetic text and Buket Erdogan’s sweet, playful illustrations as they learn to recognize words and begin to read on their very own!

Mouse decides to hide inside a bright red backpack...and ends up at school! He explores a world full of colors, letters, and numbers and more until, at last, Mouse discovers his favorite thing about school. Friends! Young readers are sure to enjoy Lauren Thompson's simple, energetic text and Buket Erdogan's sweet, playful illustrations as they learn to recognize words and begin to read on their very own!

On a bright sunny day Mouse and Minka celebrate summer with a picnic in the park in this beautiful Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read book about summer! One sunny summer day, Mouse and Minka head outside to play! They decide to go on a picnic in the park where they discover: drippy, sweet, wet watermelon; tickly-tumbly green grass; and wink, blink fireflies glowing. Young readers are sure to enjoy Lauren Thompson’s simple, energetic text and Buket Erdogan’s sweet, playful illustrations as they learn to recognize words and begin to read on their very own!

On a warm, windy day Mouse discovers splashing frogs and fluttering birds in this beautiful Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read book about spring! One bright, sunny day Mouse and Momma head outside to play. The wind blows in something feathery and plump—a bird; and something wiggly and pink—a worm; and something green, that hops and leaps—a frog. But before it’s time to go back inside, Mouse finds something that’s soft and new with petals…the prettiest flower he’s ever seen! Could it mean spring is finally here? Young readers are sure to enjoy Lauren Thompson’s simple, energetic text and Buket Erdogan’s sweet, playful illustrations as they learn to recognize words and begin to read on their very own!