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by Lori Haskins Houran (Author), Steph Laberis (Illustrator)
Two fun-loving mice stow away on a trip to a tropical island in this super-simple, delightfully silly rhymed Beginner Book--perfect for kids who love the beach!
Two chilly mice. Sneezing. Wheezing. Snow and ice. It's f-f-freezing. Until opportunity strikes--in the form of an unsuspecting traveler--and the two hitch a ride to an island paradise! There they swap their parkas for swimsuits, dine on cheese and cracker crumbs, and learn to hang ten. It's a perfect vacation, over too soon. Or is it...? Featuring bright, cheerful illustrations full of laugh-out-loud details, this funny easy-reader is ideal for chilling out with--regardless of the weather! Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in beginning readers.Author Biography
Lori Haskins Houran grew up in Maine, so she knows a thing or two about being chilly. She moved to Florida for a while, where she tried surfing and quickly mastered the wipeout. These days Lori lives with her family on the North Shore of Massachusetts. She is the author of more than sixty books for kids.
Steph Laberis is a character designer for animation and kidlit illustrator, based in Northern California. Her artwork reflects her love for animals and there's usually a chance to spot a cameo from one of her pet cats, rats, or dogs in her books! When she's not drawing, she enjoys tabletop gaming, glass working, and doting on the squirrels in her backyard--who seem to have adopted her.
Number of Pages: 48
Dimensions: 0.4 x 9.25 x 6.78 IN
Publication Date: September 01, 2026
