Synopsis
Summary
A game of lacrosse is about to begin—with the four-legged animals facing off against the winged animals. Mouse and Squirrel want to join! But Bear and Deer won’t let animals so small on their team. The birds would welcome the small animals, but Mouse and Squirrel can’t fly. The winged team has a clever plan.
Notable Achievements
A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection; One of Evanston Public Library’s 101 Great Books for Kids
Reviews
School Library Journal: "A clever and charming early reader with a fun out-of-the-blue turn of events and just a few words per page, this is an ideal story for burgeoning readers and a welcome book for any collection."
Kirkus: "An encouraging story for emerging readers—especially those who love sports and animals"
Booklist: "A respectful and satisfying story."
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