If you take a mouse to school
If you take a mouse to school, he’ll ask you for your lunchbox.
When you give him your lunchbox, he’ll want a sandwich and a snack for later.
Then he’ll need a notebook and some pencils.
He’ll probably want to share your backpack, too.
When you get to school, he’ll put his things in your locker and take a look around.
He might do a little math, and spell a word or two.
He’ll even try a science experiment.
Then he’ll need to wash up.
You’ll have to take him to the bathroom.
Once he’s nice and clean, he’ll be ready for his lunch.
On the way to the lunchroom, he’ll see some building blocks.
He’ll build a little mouse house and make some furniture out of clay.
Then he’ll need some books for his bookshelf.
He’ll start by writing one of his own, so he’ll need a lot of paper.
He’ll probably use up all your pencils.
When he’s finished, he’ll want to read his book to you.
Then he’ll want to take it home.
So he’ll put it in your lunchbox, and tuck it in a safe place.
When the bell rings, he’ll run out to wait for the bus.
While he’s waiting, he’ll play a quick game of soccer.
Then he’ll ask you to shoot a few baskets, and do a little skateboarding.
When he stops to catch his breath, he’ll want to eat his snack.
So he’ll ask for your lunchbox.
And chances are, if he asks you for your lunchbox, you’ll have to take him back to school.
