Set # 5:Babymouse

Holm, J. L. &Holm, M. (2009). Babymouse: The musical. New York: Random House Children's Books. Filled with typical Babymouse antics, this novel follows our hero through the trials and tribulations of trying out for the school play. Henry Higgins , a newcomer to school, inspires Babymouse to go out for the lead. Babymouse becomes the understudy to Felicia Furrypaws (Babymouse's arch enemy). In typical Babymouse style the production is a disaster and Babymouse literally breaks a leg. Throughout this book there are constant references to plays and movie musicals. Due to Babymouses constant daydreaming we are treated to some wonderful acts. Reminiscent of "Walter Mitty", the plot is entertaining and our protagonist is the everymouse that struggles with belonging at school.