Books About Homes

The Best Homes Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about homes? 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.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street

By Karina Yan Glaser · Book #1 in the The Vanderbeekers series

Five siblings have eleven days to save their home from a grumpy landlord's eviction plan.

297 pages· 46,716 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 29,232 ratings

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Summary: The Vanderbeekers face eviction from their cherished brownstone on 141st Street. With just eleven days, the five siblings must charm their reclusive landlord, Beiderman, to keep their home. Can their spirited efforts sway his heart, or will they be forced to leave the place they love? As the clock ticks, the Vanderbeekers embark on a mission filled with creativity and determination, proving that family and home are worth fighting for. Will their charm offensive be enough to change Beiderman's mind, or is their beloved brownstone truly lost?

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1968

The Best Nest

By P.D. Eastman · I Can Read It All By Myself Beginner Books series

A bird couple searches for the perfect nest to raise their new baby.

64 pages· 739 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

4.8/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 15,128 ratings

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Summary: Mr. and Mrs. Bird embark on a whimsical quest to find the perfect nest. Their journey takes them to unexpected places, each more peculiar than the last. As they explore, they begin to wonder if the ideal home might be the one they left behind. Will they find what they're looking for, or is the answer closer than they think? This delightful tale, filled with humor and charm, invites young readers to discover the joy of reading through simple words and vibrant illustrations, sparking curiosity and imagination in every turn of the page.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Home

By Carson Ellis

Explore the endless possibilities of what 'home' can be, from reality to fantasy.

36 pages· 155 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

5.9/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 3,203 ratings

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Summary: Discover the whimsical world of 'home' through the eyes of an artist. From city apartments to mythical realms, each page invites you to ponder where people truly belong. What defines a home? Is it a place, a feeling, or something else entirely? This visual journey challenges perceptions and celebrates the diverse places we call home, offering a fresh perspective with every turn.

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2017

How Does My Home Work?

By Chris Butterworth, Lucia Gaggiotti (Illustrator)

Discover the secrets of your home's hidden systems and learn how to save energy.

32 pages· 354 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

4.4/5 Goodreads · 135 ratings

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Summary: Uncover the mysteries of your home's inner workings! Journey beyond walls and floors to explore how electricity, water, and gas power everyday life. Learn how you can help conserve these vital resources.

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2003

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

By Ladybird

A curious girl enters a bear's home, but what happens when they return?

32 pages· 167 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

4.2/5 Goodreads · 128 ratings

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Summary: Goldilocks defies warnings and ventures into the forest, stumbling upon a cozy home. She samples porridge, tests chairs, and naps in beds, unaware of the bears' imminent return. What will happen when they find her? Discover the twists in this classic tale of curiosity and consequence.

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Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2022

Little Shrew

By Akiko Miyakoshi

Discover unexpected joys in a life of routine through three enchanting tales.

72 pages· 1,058 words· Est. 12 min read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,053 ratings

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Summary: Meet Little Shrew, whose life is a model of diligence and routine. Yet, amidst his structured days, he finds unexpected joys—solving puzzles, savoring fresh bread, and marveling at the ocean's beauty. This collection of three enchanting stories, with soft illustrations and bursts of color, celebrates the small pleasures and friendships that enrich everyday life. Will Little Shrew's discoveries change his view of the world?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Where Happiness Lives

By Barry Timms, Greg Abbott (Illustrator)

Three mice, three homes. Which holds true happiness?

24 pages· 532 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

4.6/5 Goodreads · 281 ratings

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Summary: Three little mice embark on a journey to find the happiest home among three very different houses. As they explore each dwelling, they uncover secrets and surprises that challenge their understanding of happiness. With every turn of the page, readers are invited to lift flaps and peek through windows, discovering the hidden joys and truths within. Will the mice find what they are truly searching for, or is happiness closer than they think? Join this whimsical adventure to uncover the essence of true contentment.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Island of Shadows

By Erin Hunter · Seekers: Return to the Wild series

Bears face treacherous paths and mysterious strangers on their journey home. Can they trust their new companion?

320 pages· 67,595 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,771 ratings

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Summary: Toklo, Kallik, and Lusa, three bears on a quest to return home, face a maze of icy tunnels and a mysterious cub. As they navigate this perilous landscape, Toklo struggles with loss and doubt. The cub, believed by Toklo to be a sign from their lost friend Ujurak, raises questions of trust and danger. Will this new companion lead them to safety or into greater peril? The bears must decide if they can rely on him as they seek a path back to their own kind.

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$1797

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Farmhouse

By Sophie Blackall

Discover the secrets of a farmhouse where twelve children grew up, echoing with stories and history.

Golden Kite Honor (2023)

48 pages· 749 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

4.5/5 Goodreads · 2,751 ratings

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Summary: Step into a farmhouse nestled by a twisting stream, where twelve children once lived. Explore the enchanting, dollhouse-like world filled with artifacts and stories from the past. As you wander through its rooms, uncover the vibrant daily life and hidden tales of a real family. What secrets does this house hold, and how do they connect to the present? Join this captivating journey through time, where every page reveals a new layer of history and joy.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

A Clan in Need (Graphic Novel)

By Erin Hunter, Dan Jolley, James L. Barry (Illustrator) · Warriors Manga: Ravenpaw's Path series

Two exiles seek refuge with ThunderClan, but danger looms. Can they reclaim their home?

92 pages· 3,319 words· Est. 37 min read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 4,319 ratings

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Summary: Ravenpaw and Barley, driven from their farm by ruthless cats, seek refuge with ThunderClan. Firestar, Ravenpaw's old friend, offers them shelter and a promise to reclaim their home. Yet, ThunderClan faces its own peril as BloodClan launches relentless attacks. Can Ravenpaw and Barley aid Firestar in defending the Clan, and will they ever find their way back to their farm? The stakes are high, and the path to safety is fraught with danger and uncertainty.

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