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Cover of R-T, Margaret, and the Rats of NIMH

R-T, Margaret, and the Rats of NIMH

Jane Leslie Conly (1990)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesRats of NIMH #3
Setting
CSM age8
Goodreads3.58
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Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Positive tags

AdventureFriendshipFound FamilySurvivalHeartwarming

Protagonist archetypes

Non-Human ProtagonistEnsemble CastFish out of Water

Tropes

Non-Western SettingHidden IdentityFish out of WaterFound FamilySurvivalQuestComing of Age

Themes

SurvivalCommunityFriendshipIntelligence and InnovationSecrecyHuman vs NatureDiscovery

Synopsis

The further adventures of the intelligent young rat Racso and his friends Christopher and Isabella as they try to ensure the survival of their secret community in Thorn Valley after its accidental discovery by two human children.

Is R-T, Margaret, and the Rats of NIMH appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 8 and up.

A gentle continuation of the beloved Mrs. Frisby series featuring intelligent rats protecting their secret community from discovery by human children. Contains mild peril but focuses on problem-solving, friendship, and cooperation.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Fans of talking animal adventures will love following Racso and his friends as they work to keep their special valley safe from humans.

Tags

Animal FantasyScience Fiction ElementsEnvironmental Fiction