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Time for school, Mouse! follows the lively and determined Mouse as he searches for his missing homework, turning a simple classroom routine into a small adventure. The book captures the excitement and mishaps of a young student’s morning rush.
Through bright illustrations and a playful storyline, children see the challenges of staying organized and the importance of perseverance.
This charming tale encourages kids to stay focused on school tasks while offering a fun, relatable narrative for young readers.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Laura Joffe Numeroff
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