"When mouse widow Mrs. Frisby needs advice on how to move her children safely, she consults the rats who live under the rosebush. Not only do they help her, they tell her of their escape from a laboratory where experimentation had made them literate, and of the brave death of her husband. Newbery Medal; ALA Notable Children's Book; "Horn Book" Fanfare Book."--Provided by publisher.

Describes the physical traits and behaviors of rats, and explains the housing, feeding, and care they need as pets. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

"Welcome to the story of Despereaux Tilling, a mouse who is in love with music, stories, and a princess named Pea. It is also the story of a rat called Roscuro, who lives in the darkness and covets a world filled with light. And it is the story of Miggery Sow, a slow-witted serving girl who harbors a simple, impossible wish. These three characters are about to embark on a journey that will lead them down into a horrible dungeon, up into a glittering...

"Around the globe, exceptional mice live in the shadows. Under the direction of famed mouse inventor Gadget Hackwrench, they work together as a team to solve big problems using small gadgets. They are highly trained. They are nearly invisible. And they love cheese." -- Publisher's description.

Under tables, over carts, and through the dining hall--Remy the rat is on the run. But will this furry fan of fine foods get caught? Find out in this action-packed reader based on the new Disney Pixar animated feature film, "Ratatouille." Remy tries to be a chef but the other cooks attempt to chase him away.

Figgy says Boone is the best brother ever but Boone explains he is a rat and Figgy is a mouse and everyone in Parsley's family album are cousin rodents.

Rat brothers Louie and Ralphie Ratso try to prove they can be as rough and tough as their father in the Big City, but every time they try to show how tough they are, they end up accidentally doing good deeds instead.

Learn about rats, what they look like, what they eat, and the amazing ways they help each other.

"Orris the rat lives alone in an old barn surrounded by his treasures, until the day his solitude is disrupted by a sudden flutter of wings and a loud screech. A small owl has gotten caught in a trap in the barn. Can Orris "make the good and noble choice" (as the king on his prized sardine can might recommend) and rescue the owl, despite the fact that owls and rats are natural enemies? And if he does, will he be ready for the consequences?"-- Provided...

Describes different types of rats, how they look, where they live, and why they are scary.