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The Clockwork Mouse

By Dick King-Smith

Adjectives

heartwarming adventurous imaginative

Genres

Animals Friendship/Family

Synopsis

A clockwork mouse, once a cherished toy, is discarded and embarks on an unexpected journey. Facing challenges and adventures, it discovers the true meaning of friendship and belonging.

About the author

Dick King-Smith was a much-loved British author who wrote over 100 books for children, often about animals and farms. His most famous story is 'The Sheep-Pig', which inspired the popular film 'Babe'. Dick loved spending time with animals and used his real-life experiences to create his wonderful, imaginative stories.

Pages

56 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

1996

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