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The Best Mice Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about mice? 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 7–11 · 1945

Stuart Little

By E.B. White, Garth Williams (Illustrator)

A tiny mouse embarks on a daring quest to find his missing friend.

131 pages· 18,804 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 134,783 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1965

The Mouse and the Motorcycle

By Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Rogers (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Ralph Mouse series

A mouse befriends a young boy staying in a hotel and learns to ride his toy motorcycle, leading to a series of adventures and misadventures.

176 pages· 23,602 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 91,172 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1960

The Cricket in Times Square

A cricket's hidden talent may change the heart of New York City.

Newbery Medal (1961)
160 pages· 24,976 words· Est. 3 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 68,340 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1999

Ragweed

By Avi, Brian Floca (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Poppy Stories series

A young mouse named Ragweed leaves his home in the country to explore the city and gets caught up in a world of danger and adventure.

208 pages· 33,837 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 5,055 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2003

The Tale of Despereaux

A mouse, a rat, and a girl embark on a journey of light and destiny.

272 pages· 32,226 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 217,928 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Mice of the Round Table #1: A Tail of Camelot

By Julie Leung, Lindsey Carr (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Mice of the Round Table series

A young mouse must uncover a hidden threat to save Camelot from destruction.

320 pages· 55,221 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 399 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1958

Basil of Baker Street

By Eve Titus, Paul Galdone (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the The Great Mouse Detective series

A detective must solve the mystery of the missing twins and save the town from the Terrible Three, a gang of notorious criminals.

112 pages· 10,010 words· Est. 2 hour read
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 2,867 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2002

The Storm

Two solitary souls find unexpected family by the sea's embrace.

80 pages· 5,408 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,293 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1972

Mouse Tales

Seven mouse boys get a bedtime story each from their Papa.

64 pages· 1,565 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 6,410 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009

Thea Stilton and the Dragon's Code

By Geronimo Stilton (Author/Illustrator), Thea Stilton · Book #1 in the Thea Stilton series

A mysterious invitation leads to a thrilling adventure at Mouseford Academy.

176 pages· 12,129 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 9,615 ratings
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Mice Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about mice for the youngest readers and listeners.

The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear

Ages 2–6 · 1984

Can Little Mouse outsmart the bear to save his strawberry?

Goodnight, Mice!

Ages 3–6 · 2011

Four mischievous mice resist bedtime, creating a playful nighttime adventure.

Lionel and Molly: Colors

Ages 3–5 · 2015

Two friends explore the vibrant colors of the seasons.

Hopper and Wilson

Ages 3–5 · 2011

Two friends sail to the world's end, discovering home is where the heart is.

Autumn Story

Ages 0–5 · 1980

A lost mouse must find her way home before the storm hits.

Spring Story

Ages 0–5 · 1980

A secret picnic holds a surprise that will make Wilfred's birthday unforgettable.

Mouse Paint

Ages 0–2 · 1989

Three mice discover paint and create new colors, but must beware of the lurking cat.

Will You Be My Sunshine
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Will You Be My Sunshine

Ages 0–3 · 2015

Discover the warmth of unconditional love through a charming mouse family's journey.

The Best Mouse Cookie
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The Best Mouse Cookie

Ages 0–4 · 1999

A mouse bakes cookies in his tiny house.

Teeny Tiny Ghost

Ages 0–3 · 2019

A tiny ghost seeks her voice and a friend in a spooky barn.

The Very Noisy Night

Ages 2–5 · 1999

Can Little Mouse conquer nighttime fears with Big Mouse's help?

Happy Valentine's Day, Mouse!
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Happy Valentine's Day, Mouse!

Ages 0–4 · 2008

Mouse crafts valentines for friends, each with a special surprise.

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Mice Picture Books

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

A New Friend

Ages 6–9 · 2015

A young mouse befriends a snake who has just moved to her town and is struggling to fit in at school

Penny and Her Doll

Ages 4–8 · 2012

A young girl receives a doll from her grandmother and must decide on a name for it

See Pip Point
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See Pip Point

Ages 4–6 · 2003

A story about a character named Pip and their adventures with friends Otto and Zee the Bee.

Mrs. Brice's Mice

Ages 4–7 · 1988

One mouse's unique path saves the day from a prowling cat.

Library Mouse

Ages 4–8 · 2007

A mouse writes books and shares them with the library community.

Town Mouse, Country Mouse

Ages 4–8 · 1994

Two mouse couples swap homes, facing unexpected adventures and challenges.

Max the Brave

Ages 3–6 · 2014

A kitten seeks a mouse but faces unexpected challenges.

Anatole

Ages 4–7 · 1956

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

Space Mice

Ages 4–8 · 2020

Two mice build a rocket to reach the cheese moon.

Do You Want to Be My Friend?
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Do You Want to Be My Friend?

Ages 0–6 · 1971

A mouse seeks friendship, following tails to find the perfect pal.

Little Elliot, Big Family

Ages 4–8 · 2015

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

Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse

Ages 4–8 · 1996

A confiscated purse sparks a journey from fury to forgiveness.

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Mice Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about mice for developing and independent readers.

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The Secret of Whale Island

Ages 7–11 · 2013

A killer whale disrupts college life, threatening peace during whale migration.

The Littles

Ages 7–10 · 1967

Tiny family faces chaos when messy guests invade their hidden home.

Poppy

Ages 7–12 · 1995

A daring mouse challenges a tyrannical owl to save her family.

Queen of the World!

Ages 7–10 · 2005

A mouse dreams of glamour and fame, but a slumber party invite tests her friendship.

The Adventures of Henry Whiskers
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The Adventures of Henry Whiskers

Ages 7–10 · 2017

A daring rescue in Rat Alley tests Henry's courage.

Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH

Ages 8–12 · 1971

A mouse seeks help from intelligent rats to save her sick son.

Redwall

Ages 10–14 · 1986

A young mouse must find a legendary sword to save Redwall Abbey from a fearsome rat horde.

Cornbread & Poppy

Ages 6–8 · 2022

Two friends embark on a journey to find food during a harsh winter.

Journey Beyond the Burrow

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A mouse must defy forest rules to rescue his kidnapped brother from monstrous spiders.

A True Home

Ages 7–10 · 2017

A young mouse named Mona finds a new home in a hotel for animals in the forest.

Armstrong

Ages 7–11 · 2016

A daring mouse embarks on a journey to the moon. What awaits beyond the stars?

Edison

Ages 4–8 · 2018

Two mice dive into the ocean's depths to uncover a hidden treasure with unexpected truths.

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