The Adventures of Theodore Mouse

By I.J. Smith, Sharilin and S.L.

Children of all ages will be delighted as author Sharilin pens the epic beginning of The Adventures of Theodore Mouse. Splashed with vibrant illustrations, this tale of obedience, friendship, dreams, and determination will educate youngsters on valuable lessons in life.

This picture book introduces readers to Theodore, a young mouse named after his great-grandfather, the war hero. Theodore grew up in a very loving home on a farm in the middle of the field. At a very young age, he learned that there was a time to work and a time to play. At home, he helped his parents do the farm chores like milk the cows, gather eggs, and plant corn. However, in school, Theodore would sometimes sneak away with his friends and play baseball behind Mr. Johnsons barn. Although he knew that skipping classes was not right, he could not help himself from playing; this was his dreamto be a great mouse baseball player.

Will Theodore still achieve his dream?

Packed with lessons, The Adventures of Theodore Mouse reminds young readers about the beauty of having an ambition but using the correct means to achieve it. This picture book is also the perfect bonding tool between parents and their children.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Xlibris US
• Release date: Sep 11, 2009
• ISBN: 9781469110622

Book preview

CHAPTER 1 – THEODORE

Theodore Mouse was born in the country a long time ago.

His parents were very happy that day. They told all of their friends and neighbors about the big event.

What will you call him? asked their friends.

We will call him Theodore, replied Mrs. Henry Mouse.

After my great-grandfather, Theodore the Great Mouse.

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It was a well—known fact that Theodore the Great Mouse had been a great mouse warrior in his day. He had led the mice in a great battle against the cats during the war to gain their freedom. At that time the cats owned the entire field and had spent many days and nights raiding the little houses where the mice lived.

Theodore is a good and strong name. said Mr. Henry Mouse.

Yes it is. said his friends. Hooray for Henry and Mrs. Mouse. And hooray for Theodore Mouse.

CHAPTER 2—A GOOD EDUCATION

Theodore grew up in a very loving home on a farm in the middle

of the field. He learned at a very