Book Series · 5 Books

Mulberry Big Book Books

In order from Building a House to 26 Letters and 99 Cents.

The Mulberry Big Book series is a set of 5 picture books by Byron Barton, published between 1981 and 1987. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Building a House
We Are Best Friends
The Doorbell Rang
Where Are You Going, Little Mouse?
26 Letters and 99 Cents
Building a House
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Building a House
Sale price
$759
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1981

Building a House

By Byron Barton

Watch a house rise from the ground, step by step.

32 pages
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Summary: Experience the magic of construction as a house comes to life. From digging the foundation to painting the walls, each step is vividly illustrated. Follow the journey of machines and skilled workers as they transform raw materials into a home. What surprises await as the structure takes shape?
The complete set

Mulberry Big Book Series

5 books · Published 1981–1987

Building a House
Series
Sale price
$759

Building a House

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1981

Watch a house rise from the ground, step by step.

We Are Best Friends
Series
Sale price
$799

We Are Best Friends

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1982

Robert's loneliness ends when he meets Will, a new friend in need.

The Doorbell Rang
Series
Sale price
$759

The Doorbell Rang

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1986

Each doorbell ring brings more friends to share Ma's cookies.

Where Are You Going, Little Mouse?
Series
Sale price
$958

Where Are You Going, Little Mouse?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1986

A young mouse questions his family's love and runs away.

26 Letters and 99 Cents
Series
Sale price
$1139

26 Letters and 99 Cents

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1987

Discover letters and numbers through vibrant photos in this interactive, wordless journey.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Mulberry Big Book series?

There are 5 books in the Mulberry Big Book series. It began with Building a House in 1981, and the newest book, 26 Letters and 99 Cents, was published in 1987.

What ages are the Mulberry Big Book books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Mulberry Big Book to life.

01

Byron Barton

Author & Illustrator
02

Aliki

Author & Illustrator
03

Pat Hutchins

Author & Illustrator
04

Tana Hoban

Author & Illustrator
05

Robert Kraus

Author
06

Ariane Dewey

Illustrator
07

Jose Aruego

Illustrator

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