Owen By Kevin Henkes

Here's a selection in honor of back-to-school season.  This is the story of a small mouse named Owen who is about to attend school for the first time ever.  He has a fuzzy yellow blanket that is his closest companion.  His well-meaning neighbor, Mrs. Tweezers, suggests he get rid of the blanket before school starts.  Owen is horrified by this suggestion, but his mom comes up with a brilliant idea that makes going to school a fun experience for everyone (and even Mrs. Tweezers approves).