The Library Mouse by Daniel Kirk

I was struck by the significance of the message in this story and how it could be used by English teachers at all levels to encourage writing. This little mouse inspired the kids in his library to write by helping them “see” that they too could write and tell stories. While it is a children’s book featuring primary and elementary aged children, the message is clear- reading, writing, and sharing can be relevant, genuine, fun, and joyful. And, even high school kids like to be read to. I hope you enjoy it too.