by Jane Leslie Conly (Author), Leonard Lubin (Illustrator)
'Racso, a brash and boastful little rodent, is making his way to Thorn Valley, determined to learn how to read and write and become a hero. His bragging and lies get him off to a bad start, but a crisis gives him the opportunity to prove his mettle. A worthy successor to Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH, a Newbery Medal winner by the author's father].' 'BL.
1986 Children's Editors' Choices (BL)
Children's Choices for 1987 (IRA/CBC)
Notable 1986 Childrens' Trade Books in Social Studies (NCSS/CBC)
1986 Children's Books (NY Public Library)
Best Science Fiction/Fantasy 1986 (VOYA)
Number of Pages: 278
Dimensions: 0.62 x 7.56 x 5.58 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: September 01, 1988
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Racso and the Rats of NIMH
Interest Level: Middle Grades, 4-8
Reading Level: 5
Point Value: 8