Illustration of a nervous-looking cartoon mouse with clasped paws standing in a forest, with the title "Milo the Brave Mouse" above.

Title: "Milo the Brave Mouse" 1. Theme (Conflict/Solution): Milo is a small mouse who is afraid of the dark. One day, his friend gets lost at night, and Milo must face his fear to help. He learns that being brave doesn’t mean not being scared—it means doing the right thing even when you're scared. 2. Main Character: Name: Milo Type: Mouse Traits: Small, kind, curious, scared of the dark, learns to be brave Side Characters: Luna: Milo’s best friend (a squirrel) Grandma Mouse: Wise and supportive 3. Story Layout (15–20 Pages Outline) Each page includes text + a picture. Page Content 1 Cover: "Milo the Brave Mouse" + picture of Milo looking nervous in the forest 2 Dedication Page: “To anyone who has ever been scared.” 3 Milo lives in a cozy little hole under a tree. He loves sunshine and snacks... but he’s terrified of the dark. 4 Every night, he hides under his blanket and waits for the morning. (Picture: Milo under a blanket with big eyes) 5 His best friend, Luna the squirrel, plays with him every day. 6 “Let’s play hide and seek tonight!” Luna chirps. “No way,” says Milo. “It’ll be dark!” 7 That night, Milo hears rustling outside. “Luna?” he whispers. No answer. 8 Grandma Mouse peeks in. “I think Luna went to look for you,” she says. 9 Milo’s heart pounds. It’s dark. He’s scared. But Luna needs help. 10 He grabs a tiny lantern and tiptoes outside. (Illustration: Milo with glowing light in dark woods) 11 “Luna!” he calls. The woods echo back. 12 Suddenly, he hears a tiny sob. See more