Today we start a new book "Whitefoot the Wood Mouse" by Thornton W. Burgess. I am fond of this story because of its ability to relate real life situations to such cute little characters allowing young kids to learn valuable life lessons. These first chapters find us watching Whitefoot navigate his life from a comfortable position in life. Although safe from most predators, he still finds danger can be found anywhere and at anytime. We will also watch as he cautiously makes friends with others even though they are not like him.