The House That Jill Built

Written by Phyllis Root · Illustrated by Delphine Durand

Jill's house overflows with nursery-rhyme chaos. Can she find space for herself?

4.3 Goodreads · 69 ratings

20 pages· ~460L

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Bookroo's summary

Jill's cozy house becomes a whimsical haven for nursery-rhyme characters like Little Jack Horner and Old Mother Hubbard. As her home expands to accommodate them, chaos ensues, leaving Jill and her cat squeezed out. With flaps to flip and a pop-up surprise, discover if Jill can reclaim her space amidst the delightful pandemonium. Will her house ever feel like home again?

From the publisher

With more than 70 flaps, a giant foldout, and a pop-up surprise, this fun book lets youngsters find out what happens when everyone’s favorite storybook characters–including Little Jack Horner and Old Mother Hubbard–move into the house that Jill built. Full color.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 20
Reading age: 3–6
Audience: Picture
Lexile: ~460L

Themes & topics

Books about friendship Books about construction Books about houses and housing

What readers & critics say

Reviews

“Obsessive-compulsive flap-lifters will be particularly pleased by the multitude of tiny doors, windows and cupboards in this exercise in cumulative carpentry . . . This colorful interactive romp, drenched in small detail, will keep young audiences entranced.”

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