The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear
By Audrey Wood
The Story
A little mouse finds one perfect strawberry but worries a big hungry bear will smell it and come take it away, so he hatches a clever plan to keep it safe.
Why It's Special
For the kid who guards a favorite snack like treasure, this one turns that small, fierce feeling into a whole story.
- Big idea: Sharing what you love doesn't mean losing it.
- Vibes: Playful, suspenseful in a cozy way, warm with a wink at the end.
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy stories about protecting something precious
- like to chime in on repeated lines
- are working on sharing without feeling like they're losing out
- respond well to a bit of suspense with a satisfying payoff
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What did Little Mouse do to try to keep his strawberry safe from the big hungry bear?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Little Mouse felt every time he thought about the bear finding his strawberry?
- Real-life connection: Has there ever been something you didn't want to share right away? What happened?
- Imagination: If you found the biggest, juiciest strawberry ever, what would you do with it?
