Overview of the Novel
The story is about a widowed mouse, Mrs Frisby, and her family, who are facing a huge problem, and must find a way to solve it, with the help of some extraordinary rats, who are highly intelligent creatures.
The novel is full of exciting and suspenseful moments, as Mrs Frisby and the rats work together to overcome the challenges they face, and it is a great example of how teamwork and friendship can help to achieve great things, and has been praised for its unique and engaging storyline, and its well-developed characters, making it a great read for children and adults alike, with a great moral lesson.
Main Characters and Plot
Character Description
The Rats of NIMH
Intelligent Creatures
Themes and Symbolism
Help and Friendship
The theme of help and friendship is a dominant one in the story, with Mrs Frisby and the rats of NIMH forming a strong bond to overcome their challenges. The story highlights the importance of building relationships and working together to achieve a common goal, and the rats’ intelligence and resourcefulness are key factors in their success.
The help and friendship theme is also evident in the way the characters support and care for each other, particularly in the case of Timothy’s illness, and the rats’ clever solution to save his life.
Study Guides and Resources
Novel Study Unit
Age Group and Readership
Target Audience
