The Lion and the Mouse (Step Into Reading: (Early Hardcover)) (School & Library Binding)

by Gail Herman (Author) "Little Mouse..." (more)
Key Phrases: Early Step

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal
PreSchool-Grade 1?Herman uses a controlled vocabulary of less than 45 words to retell the familiar Aesop's fable about helping others. McCue's realistic illustrations fill the pages with color and effectively enhance the text. Beginning readers will be able to read this independently after hearing it just once or twice. A good choice, especially for youngsters who love stories that show the smallest creature saving the day.?Sharon R. Pearce, formerly at San Antonio Public Library, TX
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

From Booklist
Gr. 1. This colorful reader from the Early Step into Reading series retells one of Aesop's fables. A powerful lion catches a mouse, who begs the beast to free him. In return, he says, he will someday help the lion. Amused, the lion frees the mouse. Part 2 begins with these simple words: "Big Lion. Big net. Big, big trouble." The trapped lion roars, bringing the mouse, who chews through the net and sets him free. With watercolor illustrations as simple and dramatic as the tale, this book tells a classic story in a form accessible to young children. A good choice for libraries looking for classic tales easy enough for beginning readers. Carolyn Phelan --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• School & Library Binding: 32 pages
• Publisher: San Val (October 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0613117859
• ISBN-13: 978-0613117852
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,655,386 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Nice Primer - a review of "The Lion and the Mouse" (G. Herman), April 23, 2007

By	Pam Tee "Harmless" - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

This review is from: The Lion and the Mouse (Step-Into-Reading, Step 1) (Paperback)

This book retells the classic Aesop story of the lion and the mouse. And though it was written with children who are just beginning to read in mind, it would be suitable for younger children -- babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and some kindergärtners-- as well.

In the story, a sleepy (and full) lion catches a tiny mouse. The mouse begs to be let go, promising that one day he will return the favor. The lion finds this humorous, but lets the mouse go. Then as fate would have it, one day the mouse does get to return the favor when he frees the lion from a hunter's net.

The publisher notes that their Step 1 readers are "[F]or children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading." To that end, I believe you will find this an excellent and satisfactory book.

Five Stars. This book has very few words in LARGE print. Very nice artwork: the color runs from page edge to page edge. Okay Read-aloud. Suitable for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and any child learning to read their first book. Note: Some of the words are more difficult than you would find in most primers, but because there are so few of them, children will memorize them in short order, and they should soon be able to gain a real sense of accomplishment.

Pam T~
mom and reviewer at BooksForKids dotcom

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Lion and the Mouse, May 10, 2000

By	Mark Wallace (Japan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Lion and the Mouse (Step-Into-Reading, Step 1) (Paperback)

My 4 year old daughter really loves this book. I read it to her almost ever night. The words are easy for her to read and understand.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Lion and the Mouse , August 18, 2005

By	M. Pratt (Sacramento, CA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Lion and the Mouse (Step-Into-Reading, Step 1) (Paperback)

When my daughter was two, this was one of her favorites, alas; she is now three and has put this aside. However, my one year old now likes the book, perhaps it's the way I read it to her. I have caught my older daughter "reading" this book to her sister. This is a good first reader, simple repetitive words.