The Tale Of Master Meadow Mouse

MASTER MEADOW MOUSE was pudgy. His legs were so short and his tail was so short and his ears were so short that he looked even fatter than he really was. And goodness knows he was plump enough--especially toward fall when the corn was ripe.An American writer of more than forty children's books, Arthur Scott Bailey was born in St. Albans, Vermont. The Newark News stated, "Mr. Bailey centered all his plots in the animal, bird and insect worlds, weaving natural history into the stories in a way that won educator's approval without arousing the suspicions of his young readers. He made it a habit to never 'write down' to children and frequently used words beyond the average juvenile vocabulary, believing that youngsters respond to the stimulus of the unfamiliar."** In the story you hold, we find the adorable story of a little pudgy mouse, Master Meadow Mouse. On his journey, Master Meadow Mouse is on the move to 'safer' places, and we learn how he cleverly avoids creatures such as Fatty Coon, Mr. Crow, and Mr. Great Blue Heron, just to name a few. Through it all, he grows up a bit, and well you'll need to read the book to see what happens **

A delightful children's tale from the author of The Cuffy Bear Books and Sleepy Time Tales.This volume in the series, Sleepy-Time Tales, follows the adventures of Master Meadow Mouse as he moves his home to various (safer) places, and tells how he cleverly avoids creatures such as Fatty Coon, Mr. Crow, and Mr. Great Blue Heron, just to name a few.(cover image courtesy of Billy Alexander)

An adorable story of a little pudgy mouse, Master Meadow Mouse. His legs were so short and his body so round that he almost looked like a little fur ball. But he learned to move very fast. For you see he had to learn to avoid other critters in the valley, especially those who flew overhead and watched for him to move about in the tall grass. He would make them a tender dinner. Follow Master Meadow Mouse as he looks for a new and safer home. A charming story by Arthur Scott Bailey from his Sleepy Time Tales. Short chapters make this ideal for bedtime reading. Recommended by The Gunston Trust for Nonviolence in Children's Literature. Ages 3-10.

Arthur Scott Bailey (1877-1949) was author of more than forty children's books. Bailey attended St. Albans Academy and graduated in 1896, in a class of only eleven other students. He then went on to the University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont, where he became involved in a fraternal organization, Sigma Phi. However, he left UVM in 1901 and transferred to Harvard, where he earned his bachelor's degree. In 1904 he travelled to New York City and became an editor for various publishers. Which publishers these were is unknown, with the exception of the Macaulay Company, where he was working in early 1915. Among his most famous works are: Sleepy-Time Tales: The Tale of Frisky Squirrel (1915), Sleepy-Time Tales: The Tale of Peter Mink (1916), Tuck-me-in Tales: The Tale of Jasper Jay (1917), Tuck-me-in Tales: The Tale of Buster Bumblebee (1918), Slumber-Town Tales: The Tale of Henrietta Hen (1921) and Slumber-Town Tales: The Tale of Turkey Proudfoot (1921).

Sleepy-Time TalesThis children's series presents the amusing adventures of the creatures who inhabit the North American woodlands and fields. The anthropomorphic antics of these wild animal friends delight young children while also imbuing a wholesome respect for wildlife and teaching timeless moral lessons.

Arthur Scott Bailey was author of more than forty children's books. Bailey attended St. Albans Academy and graduated in 1896, in a class of only eleven other students. He then went on to the University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont, where he became involved in a fraternal organization, Sigma Phi. However, he left UVM in 1901 and transferred to Harvard, where he earned his bachelor's degree. In 1904 he travelled to New York City and became an editor for various publishers. Which publishers these were is unknown, with the exception of the Macaulay Company, where he was working in early 1915.

"The Tale of Turkey Proudfoot" by Arthur Scott Bailey is a delightful children's story that takes readers into the heart of the Green Forest, where they meet the proud and comical character, Turkey Proudfoot. This engaging tale is filled with humor, lessons about pride, and the importance of being humble. The story revolves around Turkey Proudfoot, a rather pompous and proud turkey who believes himself to be the most magnificent bird in the Green Forest. He frequently boasts about his magnificent feathers and struts around with an air of superiority, much to the amusement of other forest creatures. However, his excessive pride leads him into a series of amusing situations. Throughout the narrative, Turkey Proudfoot's encounters with other animals, including Reddy Fox and Sammy Jay, often result in humorous mishaps due to his inflated ego. As he navigates these challenges, young readers learn valuable lessons about the consequences of pride, vanity, and overconfidence. Arthur Scott Bailey's storytelling is both entertaining and educational, with vivid descriptions of the forest and its inhabitants. The characters come to life through their amusing dialogues and interactions, making them relatable to children. "The Tale of Turkey Proudfoot" serves as a lighthearted way to introduce young readers to the concept of pride and its potential pitfalls. It encourages children to reflect on the importance of humility and not underestimating the abilities of others. In summary, "The Tale of Turkey Proudfoot" is a charming story that combines humor, whimsy, and important life lessons. It invites young readers to join Turkey Proudfoot on his humorous misadventures while subtly teaching them about the dangers of excessive pride and the value of humility.