Books About Cheese

The Best Cheese Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Cheese

Anatole
Sale price
$858
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1956

Anatole

By Eve Titus · Book #1 in the Anatole series

A mouse secretly transforms a cheese factory's fortunes with his tasting notes. Can they find their mysterious benefactor?

Caldecott Honor (1957)
32 pages· 1,196 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,649 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Anatole, a mouse with a keen sense of taste, discovers humans' disdain for mice nibbling their food. Determined to support his family honorably, he leaves insightful notes at the Duvall Cheese Factory, revolutionizing their products. As the factory's cheese becomes the best in Paris, the workers are eager to reward their anonymous critic. But can they uncover the identity of their elusive helper?
Space Mice
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Space Mice

By Lori Haskins Houran, Priscilla Alpaugh (Illustrator)

Two mice build a rocket to reach the cheese moon.

32 pages· 116 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 102 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Two adventurous mice, driven by hunger, spot a giant cheese-like moon in the sky. Determined to feast, they construct a rocketship and embark on a celestial journey. Will their dream of a cheesy banquet come true, or will they face unexpected challenges among the stars? This whimsical tale invites young readers to imagine the possibilities of space travel and the lengths one might go for a taste of the moon.
Little Elliot, Big Family
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Little Elliot, Big Family

By Mike Curato · Book #2 in the Little Elliot series

Elliot feels alone in a bustling city until he discovers a family of his own.

40 pages· 318 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.7/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 878 ratings
$17.99
Hardcover
Summary: Little Elliot, feeling lonely in a city teeming with families, embarks on a walk while his friend Mouse attends a reunion. As he observes the diverse families around him, Elliot's sense of isolation grows. But amidst the bustling streets, he stumbles upon an unexpected discovery—a family he never knew he had. Will this newfound connection fill the void in his heart? Join Elliot on his heartfelt journey to find belonging in a world that seems so vast and indifferent.
The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich

By Deya Muniz

A disguised noblewoman and a princess find unexpected love amidst secrets and grilled cheese.

256 pages· 9,668 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 26,050 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Lady Camembert, disguised as Count Camembert, seeks freedom in the Kingdom of Fromage. But when Princess Brie, known for her activism and style, captures her heart, secrets threaten their budding romance. Can Camembert maintain her disguise, or will love unravel her carefully woven identity? This romantic comedy explores mistaken identities, true love, and the irresistible allure of grilled cheese.
The Hunt for the Curious Cheese
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2010

The Hunt for the Curious Cheese

By Geronimo Stilton · Geronimo Stilton: Special Edition series

Mice fall ill from cheese in New Mouse City. Can Geronimo solve the mystery?

224 pages· 11,075 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 740 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In New Mouse City, rodents are mysteriously falling ill with strange symptoms linked to cheese. Geronimo Stilton teams up with detective Hercule Poirat to unravel the cause before it's too late. Can they crack the case and save their city from this cheesy catastrophe? Discover the twists and turns in this thrilling adventure, and enjoy a bonus mini mystery and jokes along the way.
The Cheese Experiment
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2016

The Cheese Experiment

By Geronimo Stilton · Book #63 in the Geronimo Stilton series

A mysterious epidemic strikes, and sabotage threatens the cure.

128 pages· 8,073 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 1,071 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In New Mouse City, a bizarre epidemic leaves mice covered in blue spots. As panic spreads, Geronimo Stilton races against time to uncover who is sabotaging the cure. Can he solve the mystery before he too is affected? The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking in this thrilling adventure.
My Autosaurus Will Win!
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2016

My Autosaurus Will Win!

By Geronimo Stilton · Book #10 in the Geronimo Stilton: Cavemice series

A perilous race for rare peppers tests Geronimo's survival skills. Can he win without going extinct?

128 pages· 7,057 words· Est. 59 min read
4.3 Goodreads · 274 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Geronimo Stiltonoot faces a prehistoric challenge: a treacherous race to Boulder Bay for rare hot lava peppers. With a sluggish city autosaurus as his transport, the odds are stacked against him. The stakes are high—a big prize and the village's cheese supply depend on his success. As danger looms, can Geronimo outpace extinction and claim victory?
The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
Sale price
$1899
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1992

The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales

By Jon Scieszka, Lane Smith (Illustrator)

Classic fairy tales get hilariously twisted in this playful collection.

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1992)Caldecott Honor (1993)
52 pages· 2,291 words· Est. 18 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 96,395 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: Dive into a world where fairy tales are turned upside down! Meet characters like The Stinky Cheese Man and Cinderummpelstiltskin in this collection of Fairly Stupid Tales. With bizarre illustrations and unexpected twists, these stories break the fourth wall and poke fun at the classics. Will the Ugly Duckling ever become a swan? Can a princess find happiness with a bowling ball? Each tale offers a fresh, comedic take on the familiar, inviting readers to laugh and question what they know about these timeless stories.
Flood Mission
Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Flood Mission

By Geronimo Stilton · Heromice series

Can the Heromice stop a city-destroying storm?

117 pages· 6,761 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 142 ratings
Paperback
Summary: Muskrat City faces destruction as the Sewer Rats unleash a storm-making device. With the city at risk of flooding, the Heromice—Geronimo Superstition, Swiftpaws, and Lady Wonderwhiskers—must race against time to thwart the villainous plan. Will they save the city from disaster, or will the storm prevail?
Tasty
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1348
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Tasty

By Victoria Grace Elliott

Uncover the surprising origins of your favorite foods in this tasty graphic novel.

240 pages· 13,374 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 499 ratings
$13.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Dive into a world where food sprites reveal the fascinating origins of beloved dishes. Discover how cheese, pickles, and soda came to be, with each chapter offering a story and a recipe. This graphic novel blends history and culinary adventure, inviting you to explore the delicious experiments that shaped our meals. What secrets will you uncover about your favorite foods?
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Cheese Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about cheese for preschool and elementary-age readers.

A Big Cheese for the White House
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$1695

A Big Cheese for the White House

Ages 4–8 · 1999

A town unites to craft a colossal cheese for President Jefferson, aiming to replace his inferior choice.

The Great Cheese Robbery
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$1699

The Great Cheese Robbery

Ages 3–7 · 2015

A mouse threatens Daddy Elephant's cheese. Can little Patrick save the day?

I Like Cheese
Series
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$495

I Like Cheese

Ages 4–7 · 2000

Discover the world of cheese and its delightful forms.

A Tale of Moon Cheese
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$1895

A Tale of Moon Cheese

2013

A mouse's quest to taste the Moon leads to an unexpected discovery.

Cheese Louise!
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Cheese Louise!

Ages 4–8 · 1999

A daring cheese faces midnight kitchen dangers and a prowling cat.

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Cheese Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about cheese for developing and independent readers.

The Bookstore Ghost
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$599

The Bookstore Ghost

Ages 6–7 · 1998

A bookstore's mice scare customers. Can a cat solve the mystery?

The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid
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$899

The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid

Ages 7–10 · 2004

A mouse journalist travels to Egypt to interview a professor about his new energy invention, but things take a turn when they visit the pyramids.

The Cheshire Cheese Cat
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$995

The Cheshire Cheese Cat

Ages 8–12 · 2011

An alley cat and a mouse form an unlikely alliance to avert a crisis threatening the British Monarchy.

The Great Cheese Robbery
Series
Sale price
$699

The Great Cheese Robbery

Ages 6–9 · 2015

Tiny pirates embark on a daring rescue mission to save their kidnapped cat from a band of mice.

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