1 / 7The House with the Little Red Door – illustrated children’s book
The House with the Little Red Door is a picture book about Olivia and Mouse finding friendship and a shared sense of home after Mouse loses his oak-tree home in a storm. The listing describes 22 die-cut flaps and expressive illustrations, making it a short interactive read for a cosy storytime.
At a glance
- Follows Olivia’s efforts to help Mouse find a new home after a storm destroys his oak tree.
- The story ends with the neighbours sharing Olivia’s home and finding a sense of belonging together.
- Listing describes expressive character illustrations, hand-painted scenery and 22 die-cut flaps.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- The friendship-and-home theme gives the story a clear, gentle focus for shared reading.
- Die-cut flaps offer details for children to explore as the story is read.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Publisher | Thames and Hudson Ltd |
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| Publication date | 23 Oct. 2025 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0500653496 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0500653494 |
| Reading age | Baby - 4 years |
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| Grade level | Pre-school and up |
| Dimensions | 25.15 x 1.27 x 30.23 cm |
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| Weight listed | 590 g |
| Interactive features | 22 die-cut flaps |
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What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing gives age guidance as Baby - 4 years and grade level as Pre-school and up. These are publisher/listing recommendations rather than an assessment of an individual child’s reading needs.
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as lovely and heartwarming, with positive mentions of its story and content. That response fits the listing’s friendship-and-home theme, while the 22 die-cut flaps are a separately stated feature rather than proof of a particular customer reaction. Aggregate ratings are mostly five-star, though a small one-star share means the overall enthusiasm is not unanimous.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as lovely and heartwarming.
- Customer feedback characterises the story as sweet and centred on friendship and home.
Frequently asked questions
What is the story about?
Olivia tries to help Mouse find a new home after a storm knocks down his oak tree. The story concludes with Olivia offering him a place in her own home.
Does the book have interactive flaps?
The listing describes 22 die-cut flaps that reveal details around the story’s setting.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 32 pages.
What age is it listed for?
The listed reading age is Baby - 4 years, with a grade level of Pre-school and up.
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