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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.
The perfect gift for RVers, especially those looking for kids camping books or camping books for toddlers.
Fans of A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee, Llama Llama Loves Camping, and Curious George Goes Camping will love this camping book.
Easy to follow storyline, beautiful illustrations, and likable characters – combined with a lesson that preferences differ. Strengthen the love for books and camping with this lovable story and rich illustrations.
A fun read-aloud for families and elementary story timeBooks for kids ages 3-6Books for early and emergent readersIdeal for camping theme lesson plansThe perfect gift for RVers, especially those looking for kids' camping books or camping books for toddlers.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.
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.
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.
Loretta Sponsler is the author of Goodnight, Campsite.
The perfect gift for RVers, especially those looking for kids camping books or camping books for toddlers.
Fans of A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee, Llama Llama Loves Camping, and Curious George Goes Camping will love this camping book.
Easy to follow storyline, beautiful illustrations, and likable characters – combined with a lesson that preferences differ. Strengthen the love for books and camping with this lovable story and rich illustrations.
A fun read-aloud for families and elementary story timeBooks for kids ages 3-6Books for early and emergent readersIdeal for camping theme lesson plansThe perfect gift for RVers, especially those looking for kids' camping books or camping books for toddlers.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.
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.
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.
Loretta Sponsler is the author of Goodnight, Campsite.
16 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 5, 2019
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About the author
Loretta Sponsler
3 books5 followersLoretta Sponsler is the award-winning author of "Goodnight, Campsite" and "The Tent Mouse and the RV Mouse." A New Mexico native, she currently calls Michigan home. She is a full-time mom, part-time writer, and all-the-time cheerleader of reading and children's books.
Loretta has a bachelor's degree in journalism, and when not busy writing, she enjoys starting home-improvement projects she never finishes.
***** "The Tent Mouse and the RV Mouse" Wins Coveted Purple Dragonfly Book Award *****
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.
***** "Goodnight, Campsite" Wins Coveted Purple Dragonfly Book Award *****
CHANDLER, AZ (June, 2016) - The judges of the Purple Dragonfly Book Awards contest, which recognizes excellence in children's literature, have spoken, and "Goodnight, Campsite" by Loretta Sponsler, won 1st Place in the Outdoor Recreation category.
Loretta has a bachelor's degree in journalism, and when not busy writing, she enjoys starting home-improvement projects she never finishes.
***** "The Tent Mouse and the RV Mouse" Wins Coveted Purple Dragonfly Book Award *****
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.
***** "Goodnight, Campsite" Wins Coveted Purple Dragonfly Book Award *****
CHANDLER, AZ (June, 2016) - The judges of the Purple Dragonfly Book Awards contest, which recognizes excellence in children's literature, have spoken, and "Goodnight, Campsite" by Loretta Sponsler, won 1st Place in the Outdoor Recreation category.
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July 23, 2020
I love the idea of this picture book so much!
The illustration is everything and I love the two very different rat characters portrayed as campers.
One of them has endless ideas when it comes to camping and is rather adventurous while the other is younger and is a bit uncomfortable and scared staying outside the house.
I can so relate with them talking of times as of now.
And it's so much fun to read out loud the lines.
Such a beautiful book.
The only thing I could think of what would make the book better is the ending.
It was abrupt and it ended too soon.
The illustration is everything and I love the two very different rat characters portrayed as campers.
One of them has endless ideas when it comes to camping and is rather adventurous while the other is younger and is a bit uncomfortable and scared staying outside the house.
I can so relate with them talking of times as of now.
And it's so much fun to read out loud the lines.
Such a beautiful book.
The only thing I could think of what would make the book better is the ending.
It was abrupt and it ended too soon.
May 6, 2020
Interesting take on an old tale - Country Mouse; City Mouse. This time the two mice are campers. One loves his tent and the other his RV. They try both ways and are miserable while camping in the other's style. At the end, they realize that they can still camp together and each stay in their own place side by side.
Charming illustrations capture the adventure and love.
Small font size makes it a bit difficult to read.
Charming illustrations capture the adventure and love.
Small font size makes it a bit difficult to read.
November 13, 2023
Beautiful tale explaining both about enjoying nature and accepting each others differences
Thomas and Harvey both enjoy different things in camping. But unfortunately, neither of them like the way the other does it.
How do they sort it out?
Lovely illustrations and beautiful message for children. Good read for both adults and children.
Thomas and Harvey both enjoy different things in camping. But unfortunately, neither of them like the way the other does it.
How do they sort it out?
Lovely illustrations and beautiful message for children. Good read for both adults and children.
May 7, 2020
Cute but not professional
The idea behind this is fine and the illustrations are effective, but the language is humdrum. I think the author would benefit from a poetry workshop, not to write a rhyming book but rather to become more aware of the music of beautiful prose.
The idea behind this is fine and the illustrations are effective, but the language is humdrum. I think the author would benefit from a poetry workshop, not to write a rhyming book but rather to become more aware of the music of beautiful prose.
March 6, 2020
Cute camping story for kids
Beautiful pictures! The story is great for kids comparing the different experiences with tent vs. RV camping while still emphasizing all the fun experiences you can have in nature. It has a nice ending as well setting an example that it is ok to disagree on things.
Beautiful pictures! The story is great for kids comparing the different experiences with tent vs. RV camping while still emphasizing all the fun experiences you can have in nature. It has a nice ending as well setting an example that it is ok to disagree on things.
June 9, 2021
Beautifully illustrated
The story was spoiled by the fact you couldn’t enlarge the text. It was too small to read. It did however have pop ups but they blocked the beautiful illustrations. I was a bit disappointed and not at all sure what the moral of this story was.
The story was spoiled by the fact you couldn’t enlarge the text. It was too small to read. It did however have pop ups but they blocked the beautiful illustrations. I was a bit disappointed and not at all sure what the moral of this story was.
August 11, 2021
Winter was over and all the animals that hibernated were looking forward to getting out.
Thomas Tent Mouse wanted to invite his cousin Harvey RV Mouse over.
They were going camping.
The 2 of them finally reached their campsite.
They set up the tent and Thomas cooked dinner.
At night Harvey got nervous and scared.
The next trip they stayed in a RV.
What was their next camping trip like?
I do not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing free books from publishers & authors. Therefore, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one.
An awesome book cover, great hand-drawn colored pictures, charming illustrations & proper font & writing style. A very professionally written children’s (preschool/elementary) lion storybook. It was quite easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters, settings, etc. to keep track of. This could also make another great children’s educational presentation, mouse camping trip movie, an animated cartoon, or better yet a mini-TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is an extremely easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; Kids Camping Books; BookBub; Amazon Digital Services LLC. Kindle Mobi; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
Thomas Tent Mouse wanted to invite his cousin Harvey RV Mouse over.
They were going camping.
The 2 of them finally reached their campsite.
They set up the tent and Thomas cooked dinner.
At night Harvey got nervous and scared.
The next trip they stayed in a RV.
What was their next camping trip like?
I do not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing free books from publishers & authors. Therefore, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one.
An awesome book cover, great hand-drawn colored pictures, charming illustrations & proper font & writing style. A very professionally written children’s (preschool/elementary) lion storybook. It was quite easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters, settings, etc. to keep track of. This could also make another great children’s educational presentation, mouse camping trip movie, an animated cartoon, or better yet a mini-TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is an extremely easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; Kids Camping Books; BookBub; Amazon Digital Services LLC. Kindle Mobi; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
June 21, 2021
A pleasant retelling of the City and Country Mouse fable. In this modern-day picture book, two cousins both love to camp but have different views on how to do so.
Thomas takes to the road with his tent, while his cousin, Harvey likes the comforts of his RV camper. Thomas convinces Harry to go camping with him in his tent. Both enjoy their daytime adventures but Harvey hates the inconveniences of sleeping in the tent. Next time, they try it with Harvey's RV. Thomas does not think sleeping in an RV affords the real feel of a camp experience. Will they continue to disagree or can they find a way to agree to disagree?
This is a cute picture book with a lesson worth remembering. My only complaint is that the small size of the text is a bit difficult for the beginning reader that it is targeted for to read easily. Recommended for beginning and elementary school age readers, particularly camping enthusiasts.
Thomas takes to the road with his tent, while his cousin, Harvey likes the comforts of his RV camper. Thomas convinces Harry to go camping with him in his tent. Both enjoy their daytime adventures but Harvey hates the inconveniences of sleeping in the tent. Next time, they try it with Harvey's RV. Thomas does not think sleeping in an RV affords the real feel of a camp experience. Will they continue to disagree or can they find a way to agree to disagree?
This is a cute picture book with a lesson worth remembering. My only complaint is that the small size of the text is a bit difficult for the beginning reader that it is targeted for to read easily. Recommended for beginning and elementary school age readers, particularly camping enthusiasts.
June 12, 2020
What a cute book. I loved reading the adventures of Thomas and Harvey and their love of camping although Thomas and Harvey’s style of camping is completely different, one loving a tent and the other loving his RV. This book reminds me of Stuart Little, a book I read as a child, and all of his adventures. Loved the illustrations. This is a great book for 3 to 6-year-olds.
November 29, 2024
Dear Harvey and Thomas the sweet adventurous, camping Mice. This story is joyous and the drawings are delightful. The little ones were filled with wonder reading this storybook. Harvey holding a breakfast tray and Thomas playing the guitar are two favourite scenes in the book. Thank you Loretta and Katherine.
May 9, 2020
A camping version of The City Mouse and Country Mouse
It has been years since I read any version of the City Mouse and the country mouse.
This version was sweet and illustrations were wonderful.
I would suggest a bigger and bolder print font.
It has been years since I read any version of the City Mouse and the country mouse.
This version was sweet and illustrations were wonderful.
I would suggest a bigger and bolder print font.
May 12, 2020
the hubby and i have camped first in a text Kodak brand ... loved it ... then a Roadtrek van and a Casita ... so we know both camper and tents. depends on what you are looking for? so fun, camping is great. illustrations are fun. great read.
February 5, 2021
Ok for kids
I like reading children’s book from time to time. They are short stories that are cute and unique. I like this one because it shows how two mice who can get along but have different opinions one one thing.
I like reading children’s book from time to time. They are short stories that are cute and unique. I like this one because it shows how two mice who can get along but have different opinions one one thing.
June 12, 2021
The Tent Mouse and the RV Mouse by Loretta Sponsler – This was a freebie! Personally, I’m hoping that there are no mice at all when I go camping! Cute story about liking different things and having new experiences! Happy Reading!
May 6, 2020
Cute Story
A cute little story that I read to my son. Predictable, like most of these fables, but cute and funny nonetheless.
A cute little story that I read to my son. Predictable, like most of these fables, but cute and funny nonetheless.
May 7, 2020
Cute story for any kid who like to camp, whether in a tent or RV or both!!
May 7, 2020
A darling twist on the country mouse and the city mouse.
May 8, 2020
A mousey good “tale”
This story shows how more than just camping fun. It teaches unity and fun! I recommend this story for any small adventurer.
This story shows how more than just camping fun. It teaches unity and fun! I recommend this story for any small adventurer.
May 9, 2020
Great story!
What a great story about differences and getting along. A great reminder of how you can like different things and enjoy fun things together.
What a great story about differences and getting along. A great reminder of how you can like different things and enjoy fun things together.
May 10, 2020
Two and a half
May 10, 2020
Highly recommend!
May 12, 2020
"Give it 5 stars Mama."
My 4 year old says she enjoyed the whole book and that we should give it 5 stars. So we gave it 5 stars.
My 4 year old says she enjoyed the whole book and that we should give it 5 stars. So we gave it 5 stars.
May 16, 2020
Great illustrations and a variety of adventures for both of the cousins. Fun.
May 16, 2020
Liked it
Really pretty pictures and fun adventures. Two happy mice who like things a little differently at night but fun during the day.
Really pretty pictures and fun adventures. Two happy mice who like things a little differently at night but fun during the day.
May 17, 2020
Cute book celebrating differences!
I got the book for free, but really enjoyed reading it to my kids. They also enjoyed it thoroughly! Thanks!
I got the book for free, but really enjoyed reading it to my kids. They also enjoyed it thoroughly! Thanks!
May 25, 2020
This is a super cute story about two cousins who both enjoy camping ... just in different ways ... each for valid reasons. As the story concludes, "It's okay to like different things."
May 26, 2020
I like the original better... but... if kids learn the lesson that you don't have to like the same things as your friends, relatives, etc. - it's okay- then, it's okay.
May 28, 2020
Really cute!
May 29, 2020
Lovely little book
A great little story that teaches kids it's ok to like different things to their friends. Lovely illustrations too that being it to life.
A great little story that teaches kids it's ok to like different things to their friends. Lovely illustrations too that being it to life.
June 7, 2020
Cute book
This book made me so happy. It is a good way of teaching children about individual differences and that being different is more than okay
This book made me so happy. It is a good way of teaching children about individual differences and that being different is more than okay
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