# Mrs. Whitefoot Decides on a Home explained — Green Forest Stories

> Chapter companion for Green Forest Stories by Thornton W. Burgess.

## What happens

Whitefoot the Wood Mouse proudly shows Mrs. Whitefoot his home high in a dead stub, but she rejects it as unsuitable for summer and raising babies. She leads a patient search and finally chooses an old thrush nest near the ground, declaring it the perfect safe home for them.

## Themes in this chapter

### Innocence and Vulnerability

Mrs. Whitefoot's concern for the safety of future babies drives the decision to choose a low, hidden nest.

### Wisdom and Experience

Mrs. Whitefoot's thoroughness and practical knowledge guide the selection of a safe summer home.

## Character check-ins

### Whitefoot the Wood Mouse

Proudly shows his home but meekly follows Mrs. Whitefoot's decision to find a new one.

### Mrs. Whitefoot

Thorough and decisive; rejects the high stub home and chooses an old thrush nest for safety.

### Timmy the Flying Squirrel

Mentioned as the former occupant of the stub home.

### Melody the Wood Thrush

The old nest chosen by Mrs. Whitefoot once belonged to Melody.

## Key lines

> “Don’t you think this is a splendid house?” asked Whitefoot rather timidly. “It is very good of its kind,” replied Mrs. Whitefoot.

Whitefoot nervously asks if his home is splendid, and Mrs. Whitefoot gives a lukewarm response.

_Shows Mrs. Whitefoot's polite but firm dissatisfaction._

> “I’ve found it!” she cried. “I’ve found it! It is just what I have been looking for.”

Mrs. Whitefoot excitedly announces she has discovered the perfect home.

_Highlights her joy and certainty in the choice._

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