Mr. Mouse Goes to School -Preschool Lesson (non-religious)
🐭 Mr. Mouse Goes to School Story Lesson Plan
A silly sing-along lesson for helping little ones overcome first-day jitters!
With a back-to-school song, matching story, craft, snack idea, and fun movement activity, this cheerful preschool lesson will have toddlers giggling their way through those first-day nerves!
🎵 Song
“Mr. Mouse Goes to School”
Mr. Mouse is nervous about his first day of school, but he learns there’s nothing to be afraid of! This fast-paced, silly song gets preschoolers singing, dancing, and feeling brave.
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🐭 “Mr. Mouse Goes to School” Song Lyrics
(A Funny Back-to-School Song for kids with Jitters)
By The Magical Music Note. All Rights Reserved.
✏️ VERSE 1
Mr. Mouse woke up with a squeak and a wiggle,
His tummy felt funny, it jiggled and giggled.
He said, “I can’t go, my tail’s in a knot!”
But his socks were on straight, and his lunch wasn’t hot. 🧀
🎶 CHORUS
🎵 Don’t be scared, little mouse, it’s cool!
You’re gonna have fun at preschool!
There’s crayons and glue and books to explore,
And nobody’s scared when they walk through the door!
So squeak-squeak-smile, and wiggle that tail—
You're brave little mouse, you will not fail! 🎵
✏️ VERSE 2
Mr. Mouse tiptoed down the hall,
With a backpack too big—it was taller than tall!
He said, “What if I can’t find my seat or my chair?”
But the teacher said, “Welcome! We’re glad you’re here!” 😊
🎶 CHORUS (Repeat)
🎵 Don’t be scared, little mouse, it’s cool!
You’re gonna have fun at preschool!
There’s painting and singing and toys that roll,
And a smiley face sticker when you reach your goal!
So squeak-squeak-smile, and wiggle that tail—
You're brave little mouse, you will not fail! 🎵
✏️ BRIDGE
He built a block tower and danced in a line,
Then ate all his cheese sticks at lunchtime just fine.
And guess what he said when the school day was through?
“I want to come back tomorrow… don’t you?” 😄
🎶 FINAL CHORUS
🎵 Don’t be scared, little mouse, it’s cool!
You’re gonna have fun at preschool!
There’s giggles and games and songs that rhyme,
And a place you belong—every single time!
So squeak-squeak-smile, and wiggle that tail—
You're brave little mouse, you will not fail! 🎵
📖 Story: “Mr. Mouse’s First Day”🐭
A Magical Music Note Storytime Adventure
Mr. Mouse peeked out from under his blanket.
The sun was up. The clock was ticking.
Today was the day.
His very first day of school.
His tiny whiskers twitched. His tail curled into a nervous swirl.
“What if I don’t know where to sit?” he whispered.
“What if I forget my snack?”
“What if… I accidentally squeak too loud in front of everyone?!”
He rolled up into a ball and tried to become one with his blanket.
But then he heard a knock.
“Come on, Mr. Mouse,” his mom called.
“Your backpack is packed, and your cheese sticks are chilled!”
Mr. Mouse slowly slid out of bed.
He put on his bright red shirt, tied his shoes (one knot took five tries),
and hoisted his backpack over his shoulder.
It was so big, he almost tipped over.
“Whoa! My backpack is heavier than I am!”
🚌 On the Way to School...
As he walked to school, Mr. Mouse’s thoughts raced.
“Maybe I could hide in a lunchbox,” he muttered.
“Or sneak back home inside my backpack…”
But before he could plan his escape, he reached the school doors.
They were big.
They were red.
They looked like they belonged on a castle.
Mr. Mouse gulped.
He reached for the doorknob...
And it opened on its own!
🐭 Inside the Classroom...
“WELCOME!” shouted a cheerful voice.
It was Mrs. Owl, the teacher.
She wore sparkly glasses and smelled like peppermint gumdrops.
“Oh, Mr. Mouse! I’ve been waiting for you! Your seat is right by Hedgehog Henry and Bunny Lou!”
Mr. Mouse blinked. “Uh… hi?”
Hedgehog Henry smiled and scooted over.
Bunny Lou offered him a crayon. “Wanna color the classroom rules with us?”
Mr. Mouse’s tail gave a shy wiggle.
“Sure…”
✂️ They colored.
They played with blocks.
They sang a silly song about dancing bananas.
They ate cheese sticks and apples.
And nobody laughed when Mr. Mouse accidentally squeaked too loud.
🧁 And then...
Just before it was time to go home, something AMAZING happened.
Mrs. Owl rolled in a surprise cart.
It had cupcakes.
It had juice boxes.
It had balloons and stickers.
“Today,” she said, “is Worry-Free Wednesday!”
“Anyone who was brave enough to come to school today gets a cupcake!”
Mr. Mouse blinked.
“But I was scared this morning…”
“And you still came,” Mrs. Owl said with a wink.
“That makes you double brave.”
💛 On the Walk Home...
Mr. Mouse skipped all the way back to his house.
His backpack didn’t feel heavy anymore.
His tail swished instead of curled.
And when his mom asked, “How was your first day?”
He grinned and said,
“I want to go back tomorrow. But next time… I’m picking TWO cupcakes!”
The End!
🎨 Craft: Backpack Buddy Puppet
Let kids create their own brave little mouse to carry with them through the first week of school! Just print the paper out and cut him out and glue or tape to a popsicle stick.
You can print the FREE download for this craft right here: CLICK HERE
🍎 Snack Idea: “Cheese Stick Tails”
Make school snack time silly with string cheese tails.
Serve with:
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Mini crackers or apple slices
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A sign that says “Fuel for Brave Mice!”
🎲 Activity: “Squeak and Skip” Movement Game
Call out different school items (books, crayons, glue, etc.).
If it’s something Mr. Mouse packed, kids jump!
If not, they squeak and freeze!
✏️ Poem: “The Mouse Who Found His Brave”
Mr. Mouse felt nervous, shy,
With a shaky tail and a teary eye.
But he stood up tall, gave school a try—
And now he skips and squeaks, oh my!
🖍️ Mr. Mouse Goes to School – Free Coloring Page
This adorable free preschool coloring page features Mr. Mouse on his way to his very first day of school—with a big backpack and a brave little smile! 🐭🎒
Perfect for helping toddlers and preschoolers feel more confident about starting school, this simple black-and-white coloring sheet gives kids a chance to color, talk about feelings, and make their own version of Mr. Mouse.
Pair it with a first-day discussion, a back-to-school book, or The Magical Music Note’s silly song: “Mr. Mouse Goes to School!”
Download the Free coloring page here: CLICK HERE
🖍️ Mr. Mouse Goes to School – Free Cutout Craft
Just download the cutout sheet and let the kids color it and cut it out. Then they can glue it down to colored construction paper.
Grab the Free download here: CLICK HERE
🧠 Let’s Talk About It (Parent/Teacher Prompt)
Ask the children:
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How did Mr. Mouse feel at first?
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What helped him feel better?
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Have you ever been nervous on the first day?
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Who helps you feel brave?
📬 Optional Take-Home Note for Parents:
Your child learned about being brave on their first day of school—just like Mr. Mouse! Ask them to sing their new silly song and tell you what their puppet’s name is!
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