Walsh, E.S. (1991). Mouse count. Orlando, FL: Harcourt, Inc.
Mouse Count is a counting book the tells the tale of a hungry snake that is eagerly collecting mice to eat. The sneaky mice trick the snake and find a way to escape their imminent demise! The mice are the main characters and I think they appeal to younger readers because they are cute and clever. The illustrations are uncomplicated and the vocabulary is straightforward which is well suited for young readers. The different colored mice allow for easy differentiation as the snake counts them. In the classroom, this book could be used to practice counting skills independently or in a small group. Students could point to each mouse as they count to promote the word to number (one to one) relationship. Further, as the mice escape the author counts backwards which would be a great skill for younger students to practice or even read chorally. This book was short and simple but relatively enjoyable overall.
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