About “Alexander and the wind-up mouse”
Alexander, a real mouse, is unwelcome in the house where he lives because the inhabitants scream and chase him whenever they see him. Determined to change this, he sets out to find the Magic Lizard, hoping the lizard can help him gain acceptance.
Awards & honors
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Honor — Caldecott Honor Book (1969) -
Winner — ALA Notable Children's Book (1969)
Praise for “Alexander and the wind-up mouse”
“A delicate fantasy about friendship, illustrated with bold, sumptuous collages.”
“Eye-catching, boldly colored collages illustrate this classic 'grass is always greener' story in which a live mouse is envious of his mechanical counterpart.”
Book details
- Published
- 1969
- Latest edition
- 1969 · ISBN 9780394809144
- ISBN
- 9780394809144
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Alexander and the wind-up mouse?
Alexander and the wind-up mouse by Leo Lionni has 40 pages.
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