About this item
Highlights
- A beautiful new book by Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld, the bestselling creators of Stick and Stone!Here's a heart-expanding story about an on-the-go inventor who makes homes for others before realizing the rewards of putting down his own roots.
- 4-8 Years
- 8.6" x 10.2" Hardcover
- 48 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes
Description
About the Book
"A friendly puddle maker is so accustomed to creating habitats for others that he overlooks his own longing for belonging"--Book Synopsis
A beautiful new book by Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld, the bestselling creators of Stick and Stone!
Here's a heart-expanding story about an on-the-go inventor who makes homes for others before realizing the rewards of putting down his own roots. The Peddler of Puddles is a friendship-forward tale, perfect for fans of Bear Came Along and Strictly No Elephants.
The Peddler travels the countryside making perfect puddles for all his forest friends. Puddles that delight ducks, refresh frogs, and satisfy even the thirstiest hummingbird. But being constantly on the go can be lonely, and it's not until his friends step in that the Peddler discovers the joys of a home sweet home of his own.
Filled with whimsy and adorable detail, this tale is a tribute to finding a place to hang your hat.
Review Quotes
(Peddler of Puddles) ★ "This enchanting tale also offers an understated message of kindness reciprocated." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
(Peddler of Puddles) ★ "There are writers, and there are storytellers, and with this simply told yet magical tale, Ferry establishes herself as one of the latter. Lichtenheld's joyful illustrations, created with pencil, watercolor, and colored pencils, visually express the spirit of kindness that fills this heartfelt, memorable tale." -- Booklist (starred review)
(Peddler of Puddles) "Offers an expansive puddle of possibility." -- Publishers Weekly
(Peddler of Puddles) "Filled with charmingly cartoonish animals, the Peddler's world blossoms in Lichtenheld's drawings, softened with pastel watercolor and colored pencil." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
(Stick and Stone) "This warm and tender story of two BFFs is made even more enjoyable by the charming, textured tan and blue illustrations . . . the text, suitable for beginning readers, sweetly expresses what it is to be and to have a good friend." -- School Library Journal (starred review)
(Stick and Stone) "Ferry adds zip to the best-friends-forever theme with plenty of sly puns...and Lichtenheld conveys significant expressiveness through the characters' dot eyes and small smiles...The use of instantly recognizable objects as characters gives the story universal appeal, and Ferry makes its moral unmissable." -- Publishers Weekly
(Stick and Stone) "Preschoolers looking for a model of good friendship need look no further. Kindness rules the day, and humor, rather than obvious lesson-teaching, moves the story along." -- Horn Book Magazine
(Stick and Stone: Best Friends Forever) "With bright, engaging illustrations from best-selling creator Tom Lichtenheld, Beth Ferry's story explores the importance of learning about our roots, as well as the ability of friends and found family to help us grow strong." -- School Library Journal
(The Umbrella) "The exceptional duo behind Stick and Stone are back with another unmissable and upbeat collaboration. Simple and superb--a must-have for any collection." -- School Library Journal (starred review)
(The Umbrella) "Dim days end with a bright romp thanks to magic. This celebration of patience and sharing light will spread delight." -- Kirkus Reviews