Stuart Little

By E.B. White, Garth Williams (Illustrator)

A tiny mouse embarks on a daring quest to find his missing friend.

6.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 134,895 ratings

131 pages· 18,804 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Stuart Little, a mouse born into a human family, lives in bustling New York City. When his best friend, Margalo the bird, mysteriously vanishes, Stuart sets off on an epic journey beyond his familiar home. Facing the unknown, he encounters thrilling adventures and unexpected challenges. Will Stuart's courage and determination lead him to Margalo, or will the vast world prove too daunting for this small hero? Dive into a tale of friendship and bravery, where the smallest of creatures can make the biggest difference.

From the publisher

A hardcover edition of this treasured story, for which Garth Williams’s original black-and-white line drawings for the jacket of Stuart Little have been colorized by the celebrated illustrator Rosemary Wells. Stuart Little is no ordinary mouse. Born to a family of humans, he lives in New York City with his parents, his older brother George, and Snowbell the cat. Though he’s shy and thoughtful, he’s also a true lover of adventure. Stuart’s greatest adventure comes when his best friend, a beautiful little bird named Margalo, disappears from her nest. Determined to track her down, Stuart ventures away from home for the very first time in his life. He finds adventure aplenty. But will he find his friend?

At a glance

Format
Pages: 131
Words: 18,804
Reading age: 7–11
Audience: Juvenile Reader
Lexile: 920L

Themes & topics

Books about leaving home Books about journeys and voyages Books about human-animal relationships Books about friendship Books about New York

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Stuart has a polite and endearing character, but his adventurous side is a surprising twist. What do you like best about Stuart, and when did his choices surprise you?

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What readers & critics say

Reviews

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6.5

“Stuart Little is E.B. White's classic tale of a little mouse who has some great big adventures. It's a perfect read-aloud book for little ones, or a great chapter book for elementary school-aged kids to tackle on their own. White's prose is warm and enjoyable for kids and adults alike. The illustrations throughout this edition really helped my 3.5-year-old follow the story throughout the book too!”

Lauren Hancock

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