Bella and Stella Come Home

Written by Anika Denise · Illustrated by Christopher Denise

A new house feels strange, but can Bella find comfort and friendship there?

5.5/7 Bookroo expert·4.0/5 Goodreads · 201 ratings

40 pages· 520 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~260L

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Bookroo's summary

Bella's new house is nothing like her old one, with its ten steps and claw-footed bathtub. Feeling out of place, she leans on her imaginary friend Stella for courage. As Bella explores, she spots a potential new friend next door. Can she turn this unfamiliar place into a home? Join Bella on her journey of bravery and discovery.

From the publisher

A little girl tries to reassure her favorite doll when they move to a new, and very different, home.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 40
Words: 520
Reading age: 3–5
Audience: Picture
Lexile: ~260L

Themes & topics

Books about moving Books about new experiences Books about friendship Books about social themes Books about imagination and play

What readers & critics say

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5.5

“A story about a little girl and her imaginary friend going through a move, this book is fun, imaginative, and relatable! The storyline is great, and I think this book would be especially fun for a child who is transitioning from a move.”

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