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A curious little mouse decides to find out what school is all about. As he explores classrooms and hallways, the mouse encounters kind teachers, enthusiastic classmates, and learns the value of education and friendship. His playful curiosity turns every lesson into an adventure for young readers.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Emily Arnold McCully
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