Grasshopper Green and the Meadow Mice

"Grasshopper Green and the Meadow Mice" by John Rae is a sweet children's story that teaches valuable lessons about helping others. It tells of Grasshopper Green who doesn't save any food for the winter, and needs help from others when the cold weather arrives. The book focuses on being kind and the value of friendship through the characters of a grasshopper and a family of mice. When Grasshopper Green becomes homeless, he is saved by the Meadow Mice family, who offer him shelter and food. Grasshopper Green is happy staying with the Meadow Mice and giving them music. Their peace is broken when Mouser, a cat, comes into their home. Using a clever trick, Grasshopper Green grows big and scares the cat away, turning into a hero for his friends. The story shows how important it is to be there for others and what good things can come from being kind.