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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By J. Eoll
Format:Audio CD
On a recent 24 hour road trip to Florida, my five year old son(and the two adults in the car!) became captivated by a very small mouse named Ralph. He sat spellbound in his booster seat from the moment the CD began and didn't utter a sound (except for a giggle every time he heard the P-b-b-b-b-b-b of the motorcycle) until the story came to an end.
The Mouse and the Motorcycle is a story about the friendship between a boy and a mouse... and the shiny red toy motorcycle that they share. Major themes include friendship, sharing, loyalty, selflessness, keeping your word, and following your dreams even if they are unconventional or unpopular.
It is a wonderful story; imaginative, funny, full of adventure, and it is cleverly written. It is a perfect car companion for young and old and I would recommend it highly.
The Mouse and the Motorcycle is a story about the friendship between a boy and a mouse... and the shiny red toy motorcycle that they share. Major themes include friendship, sharing, loyalty, selflessness, keeping your word, and following your dreams even if they are unconventional or unpopular.
It is a wonderful story; imaginative, funny, full of adventure, and it is cleverly written. It is a perfect car companion for young and old and I would recommend it highly.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By slomamma
Format:Paperback
Both of my children adored this book and IŐm kind of fond of it myself. ItŐs just a cute little story about a friendship between a mouse who lives in an old, run-down hotel and a boy who stays at the hotel over a long weekend. The mouse learns to ride the boyŐs toy motorcycle, which thrills them both (and also thrilled my kids), but gets the mouse into a number of scrapes, including losing the motorcycle. Eventually the mouse learns to be more responsible and to care more about others, and earns back his precious motorcycle. I like the bookŐs message Đ that the more responsible you are, the more privileges you get. ThatŐs something IŐm always trying to teach my kids, and I appreciate the help this book offers in getting the message across. But even more, I love Beverly ClearyŐs light touch, her sense of humor, and her obvious respect for children. She teaches important lessons in a nice way. ItŐs no surprise that she one of most childrenŐs favorite writers.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Story overview:
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One day, in an old fashioned and unfrequented hotel, a family shows up. The mother is not the most thrilled about the idea of staying at this place, and keeps on insisting that there are probably mice living there, but there were no other options (they had driven for many hours and everything else was full). Her and her husband stay in room 216, but their son, Keith, is allowed to have his own room next door in #215.
The boy pokes his finder in a hole only to find, to his disappointment, that there's nothing in there. Little did he know that it was the entrance to the home of Ralph, a young and mischievous mouse who is always giving his mother reasons to worry; particularly on this day when he climbs up a phone cord to look for leftover crumbs.
Unfortunately for Ralf, the boy's mother is overly clean and there were no leftovers, however what he saw was something he desired even more than food: a motorcycle.
Ralf sits on the motorcycle and accidently rolls off the table, falling into a waste basket, where he is discovered by the boy, Keith, and they become good friends. The two have a lot of fun together until one day-due to Ralf's carelessness-the hotel finds evidence of mice and so Ralf and his family take refuge. Thankfully for the mice, Keith brings them enough food to eat, but one day the boy becomes ill and Ralf finds himself on a mission to help find him some medicine.
My thoughts:
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Extremely charming, this book had me turning the pages. The fonts are big (at least in my edition), so it's easier for children to read, and the illustrations (though sometimes not quite accurate) do a good job of painting a visual picture to the words.... Read more ›
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One day, in an old fashioned and unfrequented hotel, a family shows up. The mother is not the most thrilled about the idea of staying at this place, and keeps on insisting that there are probably mice living there, but there were no other options (they had driven for many hours and everything else was full). Her and her husband stay in room 216, but their son, Keith, is allowed to have his own room next door in #215.
The boy pokes his finder in a hole only to find, to his disappointment, that there's nothing in there. Little did he know that it was the entrance to the home of Ralph, a young and mischievous mouse who is always giving his mother reasons to worry; particularly on this day when he climbs up a phone cord to look for leftover crumbs.
Unfortunately for Ralf, the boy's mother is overly clean and there were no leftovers, however what he saw was something he desired even more than food: a motorcycle.
Ralf sits on the motorcycle and accidently rolls off the table, falling into a waste basket, where he is discovered by the boy, Keith, and they become good friends. The two have a lot of fun together until one day-due to Ralf's carelessness-the hotel finds evidence of mice and so Ralf and his family take refuge. Thankfully for the mice, Keith brings them enough food to eat, but one day the boy becomes ill and Ralf finds himself on a mission to help find him some medicine.
My thoughts:
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Extremely charming, this book had me turning the pages. The fonts are big (at least in my edition), so it's easier for children to read, and the illustrations (though sometimes not quite accurate) do a good job of painting a visual picture to the words.... Read more ›
15 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
Th Mouse and the Motorcycle, by Beverly Cleary, is the hilarious story of a mouse, a boy, and a toy motorcycle. This the most comical, action-packed story I have ever read. I think that Keith is a young, generous boy who gives Ralph his two most prized possessions, a toy motorcycle and a crash helmet. I love the way Mrs. Cleary portrays Ralph as a medium-sized mouse who is bold, funny, and adventurous. I love how Mrs. Cleary writes her books; when I read them, it seems as though they come alive! Her language is sparkling and well written. This book makes me want to read all of Beverly Cleary's books!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am a beginning teacher and read this aloud to my students, who went ecstatic with the story. This laid the groundwork for several class discussions and teachable moments for informal learning. I recommend this to any elementary teacher or parent; good, quality summer reading.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Kurt, age 11
Format:Paperback
I believe that Beverly Cleary is the world's most important children's author. Even adults will read and enjoy Beverly Cleary's books. my personal favorite is The Mouse and the Motorcycle. It is about a mouse named Ralph. Ralph is a regular speed demon. He has a love for the thrill of speed. The Mouse and the Motorcycle teaches the values of keeping promises and honesty. Ralph is always breaking promises. Everytime he does, something happens that causes a big problem. The book teaches respect. When Ralph ignores his mother, something happens like falling in a wastepaper basket. In the story's conclusion, Ralph realizes all he wants is to be a respectable mouse. The Mouse and the Motorcycle is enjoyable for all audiences. Its fun and exciting plot makes it a good read-aloud story. A good example of this can be found on page 23. "There it was at the end-the motorcycle! Ralph stared at it and then walked over and kicked a tire. Close up the motorcycle looked even better than he expected. it was new and shiny with a good pair of tires. Ralph walked all the way around it, examining the pair of chromium mufflers and the engine and the hand clutch. It even had a little license plate so it would be legal to ride it. "Boy!" Ralph said to himself, his whiskers quivering with excitement. "Boy, oh Boy!"." Every boy and girl of any age would love this story! Comparing Beverly Cleary's books, I have discovered they should be rated first. The majority of children's books are aimed mainly to young girls while Beverly Cleary's books are enjoyed by girls and boys. Beverly Cleary's books promote good values unlike books such as Sideways Storys from Wayside School by Louis Sachar. The children in these stories do not respect their elders.... Read more ›
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
i like chapter 5
In Chapter 5 he got to ride around the hotel on the motorcycle. He got to play with the motorcycle.
Published 16 hours ago by Henry V. Erickson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great quality!
I do a bk study with my class and next year I'm doubling my class size so I needed more books.
Published 1 day ago by Vera Hall
5.0 out of 5 stars
Grate book
My favorite part of the book was when Keith offered Ralph to come home with him to Ohio. Ralph did not go with Keith.
Published 3 days ago by Margaret Janaszik
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beverly Cleary's Books
Dear Beverly Cleary,
I just read all of your books and they are very great. You really use your amazing imagination. I am a hug fan of you and
your book. Read more
I just read all of your books and they are very great. You really use your amazing imagination. I am a hug fan of you and
your book. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Freeman
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great chapter book to read with your child
This is a wonderful chapter book to read with an early elementary age child. The chapters are short enough to not lose the child's interest and the pictures are great.
Published 10 days ago by Lucas' mom
1.0 out of 5 stars
This book is awesome
This book is awesome
I liked it alot
I liked John paez to read it cause it is really good and it's awesome book
I liked it alot
I liked John paez to read it cause it is really good and it's awesome book
Published 14 days ago by Huge
5.0 out of 5 stars
The mouse and the motorcycle
A school teacher friend mentioned this book at a women's motorcycle group meeting. I went right out and found it. Thanks Michelle.
Published 22 days ago by saltysurfer
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Mouse and the Motorcycle
I bought this for my grandson and he watches it everyday. I wish I could order Runaway Ralph. Great Buy. I remember waatching this on Saturdays.
Published 1 month ago by elaine g. moreno
5.0 out of 5 stars
Just right for bedtime reading!
This is a sweet, old story. Love it and my 5 year old granddaughter enjoys a chapter or two at bedtime.
Published 1 month ago by Tennessee Book Lover
4.0 out of 5 stars
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my son likes this book and the app. thank you for good books that still exist when i was a kid.
Published 1 month ago by john a. buchanan
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