Books About Houses

The Best Houses Books for Kids

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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Houses

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$958

Board Book · Ages 3–6 · 1972

In a People House

By Dr. Seuss · Bright & Early Books series

A mouse and bird explore a house, causing chaos and discovery.

36 pages· 199 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

4.2/5 Goodreads · 17,470 ratings

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Paperback

Summary: A curious mouse invites a bird to explore a People House, sparking chaos as they uncover 65 household items. But what happens when the homeowners discover their uninvited guests? Dive into this whimsical adventure and find out!

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$858

Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2014

Still Life

By Jacqueline West, Poly Bernatene (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the The Books of Elsewhere series

A hidden threat emerges, forcing Olive to confront dark secrets and save her world from destruction.

352 pages· 62,005 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,398 ratings

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Paperback

Summary: In the final chapter of The Books of Elsewhere, Olive's world is threatened by a lurking menace. A shocking discovery at an art museum leads her into a web of secrets about Morton's parents and the sinister origins of Aldous McMartin's painted realm. As Olive delves deeper, she must confront her fears and the potential end of Elsewhere. Can she unravel the mysteries and save her home, or will the cost be too great? Join Olive on a thrilling journey where the stakes are high and the truth is elusive.

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$2754

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

There's a Ghost in This House

By Oliver Jeffers

A girl searches her haunted house for elusive ghosts. Can you help her find them?

80 pages· 149 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

4.5/5 Goodreads · 3,811 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: In a house filled with whispers and creaks, a curious girl embarks on a playful quest to find the ghosts she believes are hiding. Are they lurking under the stairs or behind the sofa? With interactive pages that reveal the unseen, join her in this whimsical adventure where the line between reality and imagination blurs. Will she uncover the truth, or are the ghosts just a figment of her imagination? Dive into this enchanting tale and discover the secrets of the haunted house.

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$1697

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

The Great Indoors

By Julie Falatko, Ruth Chan (Illustrator)

Animals take over a house, leading to chaos before humans return.

32 pages· 418 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

3.8/5 Goodreads · 665 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: When humans leave for a camping trip, forest animals invade their home for a wild holiday. A teen bear claims the bathroom, beavers cook gourmet meals, and deer host a dance party. As their fun spirals into chaos, the animals must clean up before the humans return. What mischief unfolds when the house is left alone?

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$1797

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

The House at the Edge of Magic

By Amy Sparkes · Book #1 in the The House at the Edge of Magic series

An orphan must break a curse to save a magical house and its quirky inhabitants.

240 pages· 25,840 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

3.7/5 Goodreads · 5,370 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Nine, a street-smart orphan, stumbles upon a magical house cursed to chaos. Inside, she meets eccentric residents like Dr. Spoon and Flabberghast, all trapped by a missing toad's tongue. With a life-changing reward at stake, Nine must confront bizarre challenges and her own nature to break the curse. Can she become the hero they need?

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$858

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

If Animals Built Your House

By Bill Wise, Rebecca Evans (Illustrator)

Imagine living in a home built by animals. Discover their engineering secrets.

32 pages· 737 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

4.5/7 Bookroo·4.3/5 Goodreads · 40 ratings

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Paperback

Summary: Step into the world of animal architects and imagine living in their creations. From a squirrel's leafy nest to a beaver's dam, explore how these creatures engineer their habitats. Discover the wonders of animal homes and compare them to our own. With vivid illustrations and engaging facts, this journey through nature's architecture will captivate young minds. What secrets do these animal builders hold, and how do they inspire human innovation? Perfect for curious kids and educators, this book offers a unique perspective on the natural world and its ingenious inhabitants. Dive into the adventure and uncover the marvels of animal engineering.

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$1498

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2002

This Is the House That Jack Built

By Simms Taback

Jack's house of cheese attracts chaos with a rat and a cat.

32 pages· 671 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

4.4/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,237 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: In a whimsical twist on a classic rhyme, Jack constructs a house filled with cheeses from around the world. This cheesy abode lures a mischievous rat, setting off a chain reaction that stirs up a cat and more. Each character brings unexpected humor, turning Jack's simple house into a comedic adventure. What surprises await in this delightful tale?

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$1697

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2020

She Wanted to Be Haunted

By Marcus Ewert, Susie Ghahremani (Illustrator)

A cheerful cottage longs to be haunted to escape her ordinary life.

40 pages· 820 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

4.3/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 441 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Clarissa, a bright pink cottage with winking windows, dreams of being haunted. Tired of her cute exterior, she envies her father's eerie castle and her mother's witchy hut. What will it take for Clarissa to transform from adorable to horrible? Can she find her true self in the process, or will she discover that being haunted isn't all it's cracked up to be? Dive into this whimsical tale to find out if Clarissa's wish comes true and what it truly means to be your best self.

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$1797

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2021

Moose, Goose, and Mouse

By Mordicai Gerstein, Jeff Mack (Illustrator)

Three friends search for a new house.

32 pages· 219 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

4.0/7 Bookroo·3.7/5 Goodreads · 286 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Moose, Goose, and Mouse embark on a quest for the perfect home. Their journey takes a wild turn when their caboose detaches, sending them on an unexpected adventure. Will they find the house of their dreams? With rhymes and humor, this tale promises laughter and surprises, encouraging young readers to explore wordplay and imagination.

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$2273

Picture Book · Ages 4–+ · 1992

Too Many Mice

By Barbara Brenner, John Emil Cymerman (Illustrator) · Bank Street Ready-To-Read series

Cats solve a mouse problem, but chaos ensues.

32 pages· 498 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

3.8/5 Goodreads · 25 ratings

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Library Binding

Summary: Nita and her mother think they've found the perfect solution to their mouse problem by bringing in cats. But when the cats invite more animals, their home spirals into chaos. Can they restore order, or will their house become a zoo? Discover the unexpected consequences of their plan and the wild adventure that follows.

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