Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level
4.3
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
1996
Points per Word
0.000251
Page Count
24
Points per Page
0.020833
Series
Momentum Literacy Program
Description
Thad takes Morsel his pet mouse to school and havoc ensues when Morsel escapes.
Quick Summary
In "Morsel Makes a Run for It" by Deborah Shand, Thad brings his pet mouse Morsel to school, but the tiny escape artist breaks free and sends the classroom into a frantic chase through desks, cubbies, and the school gym. The story tackles pet responsibility, handling unexpected problems, and the embarrassment of things going wrong in front of teachers and classmates. If your kid likes "Junie B. Jones" or "Nate the Great" they will love this humorous school adventure. With an AR Level 4.3 and 1,996 words, this is ideal for children in kindergarten through third grade who enjoy animal characters in realistic school settings.