Mouse Says Thanks: Padded Board Book

Picture Storybook

Part of Story Time
By Em Bruce
Illustrated by Anna Jones
Published by Lake Press
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
LIST PRICE $9.99

About The Book

A gentle autumn tale about gratitude, friendship, and finding joy in the little things.

Mouse Says Thanks follows a grumpy little mouse who feels he has nothing to be thankful for—until his woodland friends, Squirrel, Hedgehog, and Rabbit, help him notice the small, everyday blessings around him. With warm, autumn-themed illustrations by Anna Jones and a toddler-friendly padded board book format, this cozy story encourages children to appreciate kindness, friendship, and the beauty of the world around them. A perfect read for fall, bedtime, or Thanksgiving celebrations.

Key Features:
  • Padded board book ideal for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers
  • Heartwarming story about gratitude, friendship, and kindness
  • Beautiful fall illustrations by Anna Jones
  • Durable pages designed for repeated reading and little hands

About The Author

Em Bruce

Em Bruce is an award-winning children’s author and editor based in Sydney, Australia. She loves creating playful stories full of heart and imagination that inspire, delight and enchant little readers everywhere.

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About The Illustrator

Anna Jones

Anna graduated from Liverpool Art School with a degree in Graphic Arts. After graduating, Anna went on to work as an in-house illustrator/designer for a greeting card company before becoming a freelance illustrator in 2008.
She works from her home studio - which means she’s able to consume plenty of strong coffee and chocolate biscuits without fear of being judged!

Product Details

  • Publisher: Lake Press (September 1, 2026)
  • Length: 22 pages
  • ISBN13: 9780655245414
  • Ages: 1 - 5

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Mouse Says Thanks: Padded Board Book

Picture Storybook

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Published by Lake Press
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LIST PRICE $9.99

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