The Lion and the Mouse
A small mouse helps a mighty lion, showing that kindness can come back in surprising ways.
A story to read together
The Lion and the Mouse
Take your time. Let the story unfold.
A lion was resting in the shade when a little mouse hurried across his paw. The lion woke and caught the mouse gently beneath one great paw. The frightened mouse asked to be let go and promised to help someday.
A small promise
The lion laughed at the idea that a tiny mouse could help him. Still, he lifted his paw and let the mouse go. The mouse thanked him and hurried home.
A call for help
The mouse heard the lion’s roar and followed the sound. It found the lion trapped and quickly began gnawing at one of the ropes.
The net opens
At last, the rope broke enough for the lion to push free. He thanked the mouse and admitted that help can come from an unexpected friend.
Kindness returned
The lion and mouse became friends. They helped one another in different ways, each using the strengths they had.
The end
After the final page
There is no single right answer. Invite young readers to notice, wonder and imagine.
How does the mouse help the lion later?
Can someone small or young make a big difference?
How did the mouse help the lion, and what did the lion learn?
Make something: Draw a kindness chain. Show one small helpful act and two ways it could help others later.
