Review: No Mousie Left Behind

No Mousie Left Behind

Series: Agent Binky : Pets of the Universe; 2

Author: Ashley Spires
Adaptor: Naseem Hrab
Illustrator: Mike Shiell
Based on the TV episode written by: Hugh Duffy & Carolyn Hay

Kids Can Press, 2025

ISBN: 9781525312649 (paperback)

$8.99 CAD (paperback)

40 pages

Ages: 3 to 6 years old, Preschool - Grade 1

Agent Binky is no ordinary cat. He is a member of P.U.R.S.T. (Pets of the Universe Ready for Space Travel) tasked with protecting humans from aliens (aka bugs). In this second installment of the series, Binky realizes his favourite stuffy Ted is trapped in outer space (the backyard) and surrounded by Stingbuttus ouchimus (code name: wasp). He and his friends race to their secret lab in the basement to formulate a plan to save him. Based on a TV series, this comical picture book is full of lively and colourful illustrations. Unfortunately, it is quite wordy for the recommended age range and would be better suited for children aged 5 to 8. Nevertheless, No Mousie Left Behind would be great for story time in libraries and at home.