A Moving Story

by Beth Ferry, Tom Booth (Illustrator), Tom Lichtenheld

Overview

From the New York Times bestselling duo of Stick and Stone, Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld, with illustrations by Tom Booth: A sweet and uplifting story about trying, failing, and never-ending kindness.

With the utmost care, brothers and professional movers Tiny and Pete will move anything anywhere because they know that nothing is too small or too light to wrap up tight and treat just right. But during their biggest move yet, a young panda’s pet turtle goes missing and even the brothers' efforts might not be enough to save the day.

Full of fun word play and humor, this hopeful and empowering story is sure to move readers to feel big feelings and, most importantly, laugh. Perfect for fans of Ryan T. Higgins and Jory John.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780063218666
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	10/08/2024
Pages:	40
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Beth Ferry is the New York Times bestselling author of numerous picture books, including Stick and Stone, The Scarecrow, and The Nice Dream Truck. She lives with her family in New Jersey.

Tom Booth is an author, illustrator, and character designer based in Portland, Maine. He has designed characters for studios like DreamWorks and Supercell and has written and/or illustrated a number of books, including Day at the Beach, Library Books Are Not for Eating, and This Is Christmas. To see more of Tom’s work, visit: instagram.com/tomwilltell.

Tom Lichtenheld makes books for children and people who used to be children. His New York Times bestsellers include I Wish You More and Duck! Rabbit!, created with Amy Krouse Rosenthal; Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site, created with Sherri Duskey Rinker; and Stick and Stone, created with Beth Ferry. See all his books at tomlichtenheld.com.

Editorial Reviews

★ 08/12/2024

Brown bear brothers Pete and Tiny are top-notch movers: meticulous, caring, and seamless in their teamwork. Previous collaborators Ferry and Lichtenheld give them an inspiring motto—“Nothing was too small or too light to... treat just right”—and their own patter as they lift and pack: “Hupsie,” “Hoovit,” “Gotter?” “Gotter!” But in the middle of moving a family of pandas, the normally “smooth move” brothers are thrown for a loop. Having bonded with the smallest panda, they discover that her pet turtle, Torky, is missing... and possibly packed? True to their thorough nature, the brothers carefully open every carton from the van, an act of selfless dedication commemorated with an elaborate spread. The story resolves happily for all, including readers, who are treated to a satisfying tale with well-timed comedy and suspense. Ages 4–8. (Oct.)

Publishers Weekly

A reassuring message delivered in an endearing package. Pete and Tiny are an adorable pair. — Kirkus Reviews

“Sure to elicit some adoring coos and could easily bring some dramatic flair to storytime.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

“Readers are treated to a satisfying tale with well-timed comedy and suspense.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“Full of wit and lovable dressed-animal characters. This engaging picture book is a pleasure to read and reread.” — Booklist (starred review)

From the Publisher

2024-07-04
A little panda’s most treasured possession is misplaced as movers pack up her family’s belongings.

The bear brothers Pete and Tiny—of Gentle Giant Movers—are tailor-made for their jobs. They’re strong and organized, with a soft touch. Moving day at the Panda family’s house seems to be going smoothly until the littlest panda realizes that her pet turtle is missing, just as the last box is stored tightly in the back of the moving truck. Remembering their mantra that “nothing andno one [is] too small or too slight to treat just right,” the brawny bears unpack every last box and search every item. The story has a happy ending, which makes important points for little readers who may be feeling jittery about an upcoming move: Every single belonging will be carefully packed and retrieved, and every family member—even pets—will be accounted for. Pete and Tiny are an adorable pair, with wide grins, matching uniforms, and white-gloved paws. The illustrations capture details such as labels on boxes and the punny tagline on the brothers’ truck, “The Bearers of Good Moves.” Hazy pastel pinks and purple shadows masterfully mark the passage of time as the sun sets on a long day of packing.

A reassuring message delivered in an endearing package.(Picture book. 4-6)

Kirkus Reviews