The Tale of Two Bad Mice

From The Tale of Two Bad Mice, by Beatrix Potter

Beatrix Potter (1866–1943) wrote and illustrated this story in 1904. It tells of two mice who break into a beautiful doll's house and discover that nothing is real — then make mischief and take what they can carry home. Potter based the story on her own pet mice and her editor's daughter's doll's house. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. The tale is funny, gentle, and shows Potter's sharp eye for small details and consequences.

Band

Purple · Pre-readers and first readers, about 4 to 5

Length

short · about 357 words in 5 sections · 4 pictures

Source

The Tale of Two Bad Mice, Beatrix Potter · Project Gutenberg

First published

see the About page in the reader

Regions

Canada · United States

Included formats

• · Web reader and PDF
• · EPUB for e-readers
• · Home-print sheet
• · Folded booklet
• · Binder edition (8.5 × 11)
• · Worksheet
• · Quick Check (6 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Colouring page

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