Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH

Robert C. O'Brien

Mrs. Frisby, a widowed mouse with four small children, is faced with a terrible problem. She must move her family to their summer quarters immediately, or face almost certain death. But her youngest son, Timothy, lies ill with pneumonia and must not be moved. Fortunately, she encounters the rats of NIMH, an extraordinary breed of highly intelligent creatures, who come up with a brilliant solution to her dilemna. And Mrs. Frisby in turn renders them a great service.

1972 Newbery Honor Books:

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The Planet of Junior Brown (Virginia Hamilton)

The Tombs of Atuan (Ursula K. LeGuin)

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