Hazel's Amazing Mother
By Rosemary Wells
The Story
A young mouse and her doll Eleanor are cornered by a trio of bullies on the road, until Hazel's mother arrives in a surprising, fierce rescue.
Why It's Special
For the kid who has ever felt small next to bigger, meaner kids, this one lands a promise every parent wants to make: someone bigger is watching out for you.
- Big idea: A parent's love can be a force that shows up exactly when it's needed most.
- Vibes: Tense, protective, and quietly triumphant.
Perfect For Kids Who
- are working on standing up to bullies
- respond well to a parent-as-protector story
- love carrying a favorite toy everywhere, like Hazel does Eleanor
- enjoy animal characters with big feelings
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What happened when the bullies surrounded Hazel and Eleanor?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Hazel felt when she saw the bullies coming?
- Real-life connection: Has anyone ever tried to bother you or a friend the way those bullies bothered Hazel?
- Imagination: What surprising thing do you think Hazel's mother did to help?
- Character: Why do you think Hazel brings Eleanor with her everywhere?
