Books About Home Life

The Best Home Life Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about home life? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

I Wanna New Room
The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Home Life

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2010

I Wanna New Room

By Karen Kaufman Orloff, David Catrow (Illustrator) · I Wanna series

Alex battles for his own room, facing chaos from his little brother.

32 pages· 776 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 775 ratings
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Summary: Alex's life turns upside down when he must share a room with his chaotic brother, Ethan. Desperate for peace, Alex pens persuasive letters, hoping to reclaim his space. Will his clever words win him a room of his own, or will he find an unexpected solution? Dive into this sibling saga filled with humor and heart.
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2019

Good Dog, McTavish

By Meg Rosoff, Grace Easton (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the McTavish series

A clever dog must restore order to a family in chaos.

112 pages· 10,370 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 517 ratings
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Summary: When Ma Peachey embraces yoga, her family spirals into disarray. With dinners uncooked and chaos reigning, only young Betty sees the need for help. Enter McTavish, a rescue dog with a mission. Can this canine genius teach the Peacheys new tricks and bring harmony back to their lives? Discover how one dog plans to save a family from themselves.
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2018

Eric Carle's Book of Many Things

Discover first words and concepts with a beloved caterpillar.

80 pages· 267 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 239 ratings
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Summary: Join a beloved caterpillar and friends on a colorful journey through first words and concepts. Explore gardens, numbers, shapes, and more, as little ones learn to navigate their world with joy and curiosity.
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