The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse
Find out what happens when Town Mouse comes to the country and Country Mouse goes to the town. This richly illustrated series of retold fairy tales for children aged 5-12 years old will bring an extra dimension to your English teaching. With listening, speaking, reading, writing, and drama activities, Classic Tales graded readers make it easy for you to create complete language lessons around a popular and engaging traditional tale.
The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse
Introduction The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse is a famous story. It is about two mice. One mouse lives in the town. The other mouse lives in the country. They visit each other’s homes. What happens next? Let’s find out!
The Town Mouse The Town Mouse lives in a big house. There is lots of food. The food is fancy. There is cheese, cake, and fruit. The house is warm and bright. But there is danger. A big cat lives in the house. The cat tries to catch the mice. The Town Mouse is careful.
The Country Mouse The Country Mouse lives in a small house. The house is in the fields. It is quiet and peaceful. There is simple food. The mouse eats nuts and seeds. The Country Mouse feels safe. There is no cat in the country.
The Visit to the Country The Town Mouse visits the country. The Country Mouse shows him the fields. They eat nuts and seeds. The Town Mouse does not like the food. He says, “The food is not good. The town has better food.”
The Visit to the Town The Country Mouse visits the town. The Town Mouse shows him the big house. They eat cake and cheese. The Country Mouse likes the food. But he is scared of the cat. He says, “The cat is too dangerous. I do not like the town.”
The Lesson The two mice learn a lesson. The Town Mouse likes the town. But it is not safe. The Country Mouse likes the country. It is safe but the food is simple. The mice understand: home is best. They are happy in their own homes.
Why Read This Book? This book is fun and easy to read. It has many pictures. You can learn new words. You can learn about the town and the country. The story is short but exciting. It is good for Pre-A1 students.
Activities for You
- New Words: Learn these words: cheese, cake, cat, fields, seeds, home.
- Questions:
- Where does the Town Mouse live?
- Where does the Country Mouse live?
- What food does the Town Mouse eat?
- Why does the Country Mouse not like the town?
- Drama: Act out the story with friends. One person is the Town Mouse. One person is the Country Mouse.
Conclusion The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse is a great story. It teaches us about different lives. Some people like the town. Some people like the country. What about you? Where do you want to live? Read the book and decide!
Sue Arengo British author and editor of children's books
A Storyteller for Young Learners of English
Sue Arengo is a British author who writes wonderful stories for children learning English. She has worked with Oxford University Press for over 20 years, creating books that are fun and easy to read. Many of her books are part of graded reader series like Classic Tales, Dominoes, and Oxford Bookworms.
Bringing Fairy Tales to Life
One of Sue’s most famous works is the Classic Tales series. This award-winning series retells traditional fairy tales like The Ugly Duckling, The Magic Brocade, and The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse. These stories are written in simple English, making them perfect for children learning English as a second language. The series is loved by teachers and students worldwide and is now in its second edition.
Creating Original Stories
Sue Arengo doesn’t just rewrite old stories—she also creates new ones! Books like Baby Robot and Archie’s Sweet Shop show her talent for writing fun, imaginative stories. These books help children enjoy reading and improve their English at the same time.
A Talent for Art
Did you know Sue Arengo is also an artist? Using the name Kisa, she paints colorful and imaginative pictures with oil paints. Her art has been shown in exhibitions, including one at John Wesley’s Methodist Chapel in Bristol. Sue even illustrated her own fairy tale called Lord of the Meadow. This beautiful story, set in an English summer meadow, has many small oil-painted illustrations.
Inspiring Young Readers
Sue Arengo’s work is special because it helps young learners discover the joy of reading. Her books make English easy and fun for children all over the world. With her creativity and talent, Sue continues to inspire young readers to dream big and learn with enthusiasm.
If you are looking for interesting books for English learners, Sue Arengo’s stories are a great place to start. Her work combines learning with imagination, making reading an enjoyable experience for everyone.
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