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The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse

"The town mouse lives like a king, but luxuries come at a price: cats and dogs. When the country mouse visits town, she realizes that sometimes, the safest place to be is home sweet home. This retelling of Aesop's classic fable uses beautiful, simple language to make the timeless tale accessible to modern readers. Charming, humorous illustrations bring a fresh look to this famous narrative. Readers will love seeing these two mice get into mischief, from sneakily watching television to nibbling on cupcakes. They'll also learn the grass isn't always greener on the other side, and other important morals. With relatable characters and life lessons, this thoughtful fable will be at home in any library or classroom.".
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The hare and the tortoise

"When an arrogant hare thinks he's the best around, who could possibly bring him down? One determined tortoise is about to try. Readers will delight in this beautiful retelling of one of Aesop's most beloved fables. Clean, simple language makes the story accessible, while adorable illustrations draw in even reluctant readers. As they follow the epic race between hare and tortoise, readers will see how boastfulness can catch up to even the fastest runner, and how a good work ethic can carry anyone to victory. This classic tale introduces readers to important values such as commitment, humility, and sportsmanship in a fun way, making it a valuable addition to any library.".
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The town mouse and the country mouse

2018
An adaptation of Aesop's fable in which a town mouse goes to visit his cousin in the country.
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