# Whitefoot the Wood Mouse — Green Forest Stories character guide > Whitefoot the Wood Mouse in Green Forest Stories by Thornton W. Burgess. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Whitefoot, Jumper the Hare **First appearance:** 0076-whitefoot-the-wood-mouse ## Snapshot A small, wary wood mouse whose world is stalked by Shadow the Weasel, and who survives less by speed than by the strange accidents of other creatures' hungers. ## Who they are Whitefoot belongs to the little people in fur, the ones who read every track and shadow as a warning. Shadow the Weasel is the terror of that world, persistent and impossible to discourage once he has a trail. Whitefoot's story sits inside the larger chase that nearly claims Jumper the Hare, where an enemy's appetite becomes an accidental rescue, and it shows how fragile and how lucky a small life in the Green Forest really is. ## Relationships ### [Farmer Brown](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/characters/farmer_brown) _rivalry_ Farmer Brown sees Whitefoot as a pest and tries to keep him out of his home. ### [Timmy the Flying Squirrel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/characters/timmy_the_flying_squirrel) _friendship_ Timmy and Whitefoot are close friends who share food and watch out for each other. ### [Whitey the Snowy Owl](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/characters/whitey_the_snowy_owl) _rivalry_ Whitey is a predator who hunts Whitefoot, keeping the mouse in constant fear. ### [Whitey the Snowy Owl](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/characters/whitey_the_snowy_owl) _rivalry_ Whitey is a predator who hunts Whitefoot, keeping the mouse in constant fear. ### [Timmy the Flying Squirrel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/characters/timmy_the_flying_squirrel) _friendship_ Timmy and Whitefoot are close friends who share food and watch out for each other. ### [Timmy the Flying Squirrel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/characters/timmy_the_flying_squirrel) _friendship_ Timmy and Whitefoot are close friends who share food and watch out for each other. ### [Farmer Brown](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/characters/farmer_brown) _rivalry_ Farmer Brown sees Whitefoot as a pest and tries to keep him out of his home. ## In the story ### [III: Lightfoot Tells How His Antlers Grew](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/iii-lightfoot-tells-how-his-antlers-grew) Appears as Jumper the Hare, Peter's cousin, who confirms Lightfoot's story. ### [Lightfoot's Clever Trick](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/x-lightfoot-s-clever-trick) Referenced as Jumper the Hare, seen squatting under a hemlock branch to nap. ### [Whitefoot the Wood Mouse](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/whitefoot-the-wood-mouse) Whitefoot is the central character, feeling anxious and vulnerable as his home becomes unsafe. ### [Whitefoot Spends a Happy Winter](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/i-whitefoot-spends-a-happy-winter) Protagonist who discovers a hole in Farmer Brown's sugar-house and decides to spend the winter there, enjoying safety and comfort. ### [II: Whitefoot Sees Queer Things](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/ii-whitefoot-sees-queer-things) Protagonist of the chapter; grows from fearful to curious and bold as he observes the sugaring process. ### [Farmer Brown's Boy Becomes Acquainted](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/iii-farmer-brown-s-boy-becomes-acquainted) Timidly peeps out from under the woodpile, gradually overcomes fear, and finally eats from Farmer Brown's boy's hand. ### [Whitefoot Grows Anxious](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/iv-whitefoot-grows-anxious) Grows anxious and suspicious as his home in the woodpile is slowly dismantled. ### [The End of Whitefoot’s Worries](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/v-the-end-of-whitefoot-s-worries) Worries about losing his home, loses appetite, flees when his nest is exposed, but returns at night to find his home restored. ### [A Very Careless Jump](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/vi-a-very-careless-jump) Whitefoot is happy and secure in his new home, but his carelessness causes him to fall into a pail of sap. ### [VII: Whitefoot Gives Up Hope](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/vii-whitefoot-gives-up-hope) Trapped in a pail of sap, Whitefoot struggles to stay afloat and feels utterly hopeless. ### [The Rescue](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/viii-the-rescue) Falls into a pail of sap and is nearly drowned; rescued and revived by Farmer Brown's boy. ### [Two Timid Persons Meet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/ix-two-timid-persons-meet) Emerges from a hole in the snow, frightened by Jumper, and lists his many enemies. ### [Two Timid Persons Meet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/ix-two-timid-persons-meet) Crouches at the foot of a tree, camouflaged in his white winter coat, and converses with Whitefoot about their shared timidity. ### [X: The White Watchers](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/x-the-white-watchers) Crouches at the foot of a tree, terrified and motionless, watching Whitey the Snowy Owl. ### [Jumper Is in Doubt](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xi-jumper-is-in-doubt) Hides in a snow tunnel, watching Whitey from a second hole. ### [Whitey the Owl Saves Jumper](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xii-whitey-the-owl-saves-jumper) Referenced as Jumper the Hare, the central character in danger. ### [Whitefoot Decides Quickly](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xiii-whitefoot-decides-quickly) Discovers Whitey the Snowy Owl, watches the attack on Shadow, and decides to flee his home out of fear. ### [Whitefoot Decides Quickly](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xiii-whitefoot-decides-quickly) Mentioned as a friend of Whitefoot; remains still during the owl's attack and later bounds away. ### [Shadow's Return](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xiv-shadow-s-return) His tunnels and nest are discovered by Shadow, who waits for his return. ### [Shadow's Return](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xiv-shadow-s-return) Mentioned as the prey Shadow was hunting; escapes during the encounter with Whitey. ### [XV: Whitefoot’s Dreadful Journey](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xv-whitefoot-s-dreadful-journey) Whitefoot is the protagonist of this chapter, fleeing in terror after seeing Shadow the Weasel. He experiences constant fear and exhaustion during his journey. ### [Whitefoot Climbs a Tree](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xvi-whitefoot-climbs-a-tree) Fleeing Shadow the Weasel, Whitefoot climbs a dead tree seeking a hollow for safety, but is spotted by Butcher the Shrike. ### [Whitefoot Finds a Hole Just in Time](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xvii-whitefoot-finds-a-hole-just-in-time) Whitefoot is the protagonist of this chapter, fleeing from Butcher the Shrike and finding a hole just in time. ### [An Unpleasant Surprise](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xviii-an-unpleasant-surprise) Finds refuge in a dead tree hole after escaping Butcher the Shrike, discovers the bed is occupied by Timmy the Flying Squirrel. ### [Whitefoot Finds a Home at Last](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xix-whitefoot-finds-a-home-at-last) Homeless and hungry, Whitefoot searches for a new home after fleeing Shadow the Weasel, eventually being offered an old stub by Timmy. ### [XX: Whitefoot Makes Himself at Home](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xx-whitefoot-makes-himself-at-home) Finds and settles into an empty stub, makes a new bed, and explores the area. ### [Whitefoot Envies Timmy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxi-whitefoot-envies-timmy) Feels envy toward Timmy's flying ability; adapts to a nocturnal schedule for safety. ### [XXII: Timmy Proves to Be a True Neighbor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxii-timmy-proves-to-be-a-true-neighbor) Unaware of the danger from Hooty while foraging; saved by Timmy's brave act. ### [Whitefoot Spends a Dreadful Night](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxiii-whitefoot-spends-a-dreadful-night) Whitefoot is the protagonist of this chapter, experiencing intense fear and staying hidden in his home all night due to Hooty's hooting. ### [Whitefoot the Wood Mouse Is Unhappy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxiv-whitefoot-the-wood-mouse-is-unhappy) Whitefoot experiences unexplained unhappiness despite spring's arrival, losing appetite and interest in his home. ### [Whitefoot Finds Out What the Matter Was](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxv-whitefoot-finds-out-what-the-matter-was) Whitefoot is the central character, initially unhappy and lonely, then discovering the source of his melancholy through the drumming of another Wood Mouse. ### [Love Fills the Heart of Whitefoot](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxvi-love-fills-the-heart-of-whitefoot) Plays hide-and-seek with a stranger and falls in love with little Miss Dainty. ### [Mr. and Mrs. Whitefoot](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxvii-mr-and-mrs-whitefoot) Courts Miss Dainty, wins her love, and becomes her mate; protective and joyful. ### [Mrs. Whitefoot Decides on a Home](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxviii-mrs-whitefoot-decides-on-a-home) Proudly shows his home but meekly follows Mrs. Whitefoot's decision to find a new one. ### [Making Over an Old House](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxix-making-over-an-old-house) Whitefoot is skeptical about using the old thrush nest but follows Mrs. Whitefoot's instructions to gather materials. ### [The Whitefoots Enjoy Their New Home](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxx-the-whitefoots-enjoy-their-new-home) Whitefoot admires Mrs. Whitefoot's building skills and gradually feels safe in their new home, even enjoying its movement in the wind. ### [Whitefoot Is Hurt](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxxi-whitefoot-is-hurt) Whitefoot is emotionally hurt and confused after being turned away from his home by Mrs. Whitefoot. ### [The Surprise](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxxii-the-surprise) Returns home and is surprised to find his new babies. ### [Boxer Gets His Own Breakfast](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/chapters/xxviii-boxer-gets-his-own-breakfast) Chased by Boxer but escapes into a hole. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/characters/whitefoot_the_wood_mouse - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/green_forest_stories_se/characters