Babymouse #10: The Musical (Paperback)

~ (Author, Illustrator), Matt Holm (Author, Illustrator)

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In her tenth misadventure, the irrepressible Babymouse tries out for the school musical, encouraged by new transfer student Henry Higgins, a British hedgehog. Of course, the popular girl, Felicia, wins the title role, and Babymouse has to settle for being her understudy with practically no hope of ever really being onstage. Yes, Babymouse does have a couple of major problems as an actress: she can’t keep the stage directions straight, and she trips over her own feet. As rehearsals go on, readers are treated to snippets of many great Broadway musicals (including My Fair Lady,Grease,The Phantom of the Opera,Annie, and more) as Babymouse daydreams during classes. Drawn with the usual black, white, and pink inks, this book will have readers laughing with, and wincing in sympathy for, Babymouse (particularly in PE, when she always gets hit during dodgeball). Another winning installment for the series’ fans. Grades 4-6. --Kat Kan

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers (January 13, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0375843884
• ISBN-13: 978-0375843884
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 5.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #185,939 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Baby Mouse Rocks, February 5, 2009

By	Marsha L. Arakawa "Juliet Bookworm" (Monument, Co) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If you haven't read the "Baby Mouse" books then you're missing out. Baby Mouse is a skinny, spunky little mouse. She takes on the world in her own special way. I bought our first book when we were on a trip and I was looking for something to keep my daughter occupied. Not only did Baby Mouse keep her occupied but we learned that even if you are little, skinny and a mouse of all things; nothing has to stand in your way. This book immediately became her favorite.

These books have been a wonderful reinforcement for my daughter who see's so much of herself in Baby Mouse. I have seen my daughter go from a quiet, shy little girl to someone who speaks up for herself and her friends. Who doesn't care what the "Barbie Brat's" (snotty little girls at her school) say or do, she holds her head high and wears that funky knitted hat she loves. She now loves having her own style instead of trying to fit in.

These books are wonderful. If your child isn't into reading these books are a great way to get them started. We have them all and can't wait for more.

My daughter say's "the thing I like best about Baby Mouse books is they are funny. Baby Mouse is crazy for cup-cakes and has a great imagination".

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Babymouse Book Yet , March 15, 2009

By	Sacramento Book Review "SacramentoBookReview.com" (Sacramento, CA) - See all my reviews

Babymouse is back, in her funniest adventure yet! A new student named Henry Higgins has arrived at Babymouse's school, and he convinces Babymouse to try out for the school musical. Babymouse has got musical fever, but she loses the lead to the malicious Felicia Furrypaws. The alternative is the understudy, which Henry tries to convince her is an important role. But really, what are the chances that Felicia will get hairballs and be unable to perform on opening night?

Whether you're new to Babymouse's world, or a veteran reader, this new addition to the series is sure to stand out. Babymouse: The Musical is full of laugh-out-loud jokes, banter, and antics we've come to expect from Babymouse. References to well-known musicals such as My Fair Lady, The Sound of Music, and even High School Musical are guaranteed to keep readers smiling as they root for Babymouse's debut. Children and musical-lovers alike will enjoy this quick and heartwarming graphic novel about a mouse who wants her chance to make it big onstage.

Reviewed by Alyssa Feller

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Babymouse a riffic, January 19, 2009

By	Tim Lasiuta "Comic Fan 42" (Red Deer, Alberta) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

Move over High School Musical! Annie, take a seat! Chicago, put a sock in it! Baby Mouse is here with nothing but strutting in high step, belting out a tune, and wowing the parents at the Elementary School Musical.

Jennifer and Matthew Holm have given readers a charming, musically literate look at musicals from an elementary mind set. The interesting thing is that while young readers will miss the references, their parents won't. Savvy readers will find Phantom of the Opera, the Lion King, My Fair Lady, and even Grease. Yes, believe it or not, there's even a Henry Higgins as a `supporting' character!

Age group? Realistically, it is aimed at a junior level, probably grade 3-5. In actuality, parents will read it to their kids and find out that musical theatre is not dead by any stretch of the imagination. Who knows, maybe there will even be a rebirth of musicals.

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Tim Lasiuta