Book details
Brave New Mouse: Ellis Island Approved Immigrant Book 5 (Maximilian P. Mouse, Time Traveler) (Maximilian P. Mouse Time Traveler, 5)
Description
Maximilian P. Mouse, a time traveler, finds himself on a ship in 1920 with Irish immigrants bound for Ellis Island. There, he meets a young girl named Ashling who shares her family's story. With Ashling's help, Maximilian is smuggled through immigration, and a friendly pelican takes him on a flight around New York Harbor. He searches for his damaged time machine, hoping to return to 2013 and save Tanner's Glen. The book highlights the historic events and the struggles of immigrants, aligning with Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
112 pages
Book in series
#5
Why to read
- Educational Value: 'Brave New Mouse: Ellis Island Approved Immigrant Book 5' provides a unique opportunity for young readers to learn about American history, particularly the immigrant experience at Ellis Island, through the engaging perspective of Maximilian P. Mouse, a time traveler.
- Time Travel Adventure: The book offers an exciting adventure that combines elements of science fiction with historical facts, making it an entertaining read for children who are interested in time travel and history.
- Character Development: As the fifth book in the series, readers can continue to follow the growth and development of the protagonist, Maximilian P. Mouse, as he encounters new challenges and learns valuable life lessons during his travels.
- Cultural Awareness: By exploring the diverse backgrounds and stories of immigrants who passed through Ellis Island, the book encourages young readers to develop empathy and a deeper understanding of the cultural mosaic that makes up the United States.