The Tent Mouse and The RV Mouse

A modern twist on Aesop's fable, The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse. While Thomas Tent-Mouse loves to camp in his tent where he feels connected to nature, his cousin Harvey RV-Mouse loves to camp in his RV where he feels safe. Adventure awaits these outdoor-loving cousins, as they learn that it's okay to like different things.

Easy to follow camp story, beautiful illustrations, engaging dialogue, and likable characters. Strengthen the love for books and camping with this lovable story and rich illustrations.

• Picture book for kids ages 3-8, both boys and girls will relate to characters
• A fun read-aloud for family camping trips and elementary school story times
• Ideal for camping theme classroom activities or summer reading lists

Extend the discussion with a "Compare and Contrast" lesson among Aesop's fable, The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse, and Beatrix Potter's, The Tale of Johnny Town-Mouse.

Other camping books for kids to consider adding to a camping theme lesson plan or family camping adventure: A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee, Llama Llama Loves Camping, Curious George Goes Camping, Pete the Cat Goes Camping, Biscuit Goes Camping, The Berenstain Bears Go to Camp, and Bluey: Camping.

Camping offers a range of exciting activities for kids to engage in, fostering a deep connection with nature and their own sense of adventure. Examples of camping fun include nature scavenger hunts, outdoor games, fishing, campfire cooking, swimming, hiking, biking and more. At the end of a long day at the campground, close your night with an award-winning camping book, The Tent Mouse and the RV Mouse.

The perfect gift for RVers and tent campers, especially those looking for campfire stories for kids or camping books for toddlers. If you're hosting a camping-theme birthday party, picture books make a great party favor.

We know there are lots of children's books about camping out there, and we are honored that you are considering The Tent Mouse and the RV Mouse. Needing RV Gifts? Our books make great gifts for RV owners with children or grandchildren.

Book awards: CHANDLER, AZ (July, 2020) - The judges of the Purple Dragonfly Book Awards contest, which recognizes excellence in children's literature, have spoken, and "The Tent Mouse and the RV Mouse" by Loretta Sponsler, won 2nd Place in the Outdoor Recreation category.

Loretta Sponsler is also the author of Goodnight, Campsite.