If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

Written by Laura Numeroff · Illustrated by Felicia Bond

Book #1 in the If You Give... series

A mouse's request for a cookie sets off a chain of events.

5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 319,020 ratings

40 pages· 295 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· AD410L

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Bookroo's summary

When a little mouse arrives at your door, offering him a cookie sets off a chain of whimsical demands. From milk to mirrors, each request leads to another, leaving the young host in a delightful whirlwind. Will the mouse's antics ever end, or is this just the beginning of a never-ending cycle? Discover the charming chaos in this beloved tale that promises laughter and endless fun.

From the publisher

If a hungry little traveler shows up at your house, you might want to give him a cookie. If you give him a cookie, he’s going to ask for a glass of milk. He’ll want to look in a mirror to make sure he doesn’t have a milk mustache, and then he’ll ask for a pair of scissors to give himself a trim…. The consequences of giving a cookie to this energetic mouse run the young host ragged, but young readers will come away smiling at the antics that tumble like dominoes through the pages of this delightful picture book.

At a glance

Format
Pages: 40
Words: 295
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD410L

Themes & topics

Books about mice Books about food Books about mice, hamster, guinea pigs, etc.Books about homeschooling Books about cookies

What readers & critics say

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“It's a classic for a reason, guys. I think this book hits all the right notes--colorful, detailed, fun illustrations; a silly story that is easy for even toddlers to follow; brief, succinct text. All in all, it's just a lot of fun, and it appeals to a wide variety of ages.”

Lauren Hancock

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