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Little Mouse's Big Book of Fears

(2008, Fiction - Picture Book, Written by Emiy Gravett, Illustrated by Emily Gravett)
  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    Clever read fun to share with phobia-prone kids.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 6 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Everyone is scared of something; facing fears helps overcome them.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Little Mouse's Big Book of Fears

Parents need to know that the interactive design of this clever encyclopedic journal of phobias and fears includes nothing inappropriate or scary, except possibly for the fears themselves. Sensitive children may need to discuss the pages with an understanding adult, but then that seems to be exactly the point and purpose of this book.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about each of things Little Mouse is afraid of: spiders, insects, monsters, going to bed, knives, bathing, and so on. How does being afraid make her feel? What exactly makes her afraid? Does she have any real reason? What does she do about it? What fears do you have? How do you handle them? On each page, the author offers space for the reader to record his or her fear, and she encourages expression through drawing, writing, or collage-making. Do you think that might help with your fears? Do you agree that facing fears might help you overcome them?

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in Alabama
    I rate this title on for age 4 and give it 5.0

    Love it!!!

    This book is just a cute little book of fears for everyone of all ages! The cute little mouse is illustrated in all the pictures which helps you understand the definition a little better!! 5 stars!!

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