FICTION

Santa Mouse Finds a Furry Friend

by Michael Brown (text) & illus. by Robert McPhillips
S. & S./Little Simon. (A Santa Mouse Book). Sept. 2024. 40p. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9781665960892.
COPY ISBN
PreS-Gr 2–Rhyming text tells of Santa Claus and Santa Mouse as they travel around the world delivering presents. Illustrations show scenes of a star-filled night sky and swirling snow as they make their rounds. A discussion of the very best gift has both of them agreeing it is friendship. So, despite a tight schedule, they take time to rescue a lost kitten and bring her home. Images on the front end papers give readers a glimpse of Santa Mouse from scenes throughout the book, while the back end papers show Santa Mouse and the kitten. Fans of the Santa Mouse stories will be pleased with his new friend.
VERDICT The rhyme seems forced at times, but the happy ending and attractive illustrations will win over young readers.
Reviewed by Suzanne Costner , Sep 13, 2024

Be the first reader to comment.

Comment Policy:
  • Be respectful, and do not attack the author, people mentioned in the article, or other commenters. Take on the idea, not the messenger.
  • Don't use obscene, profane, or vulgar language.
  • Stay on point. Comments that stray from the topic at hand may be deleted.
  • Comments may be republished in print, online, or other forms of media.
  • If you see something objectionable, please let us know. Once a comment has been flagged, a staff member will investigate.

RELATED 

BOOKS

Maddie and Mabel Ready for Snow
by Allen, Kari
BOOKS

Welcome to the Woofmore
by Gephart, Donna & Lori Haskins Houran
BOOKS

Eleven Houses
by Oakes, Colleen
BOOKS

Don’t Let the Forest In
by Drews, CG
BOOKS

Summer Nights and Meteorites
by Reynolds, Hannah
BOOKS

A Vile Season
by Ferraro, David
More
ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?

We are currently offering this content for free. Sign up now to activate your personal profile, where you can save articles for future viewing

ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?