Life as a kitchen pantry mouse is filled with danger not only from the inside cat. Young Fredle learns that chocolate is even more dangerous despite it being the most wonderful taste he has ever had the pleasure to enjoy. Chocolate leads to his being caught and thrown outside. This outside world is even more dangerous especially without his family to teach him. There are encounters with dogs, raccoons, owls, as well as dealing with being lonely and finding his way back inside. Young Fredle's adventures are filled with awe and wonder as he discovers his strengths in his quest to stay alive.