The Moving Book
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

The Moving Book

Written by Lisa Brown

A family navigates the challenges and emotions of moving to a new home.

4.1 Goodreads · 145 ratings
40 pages· 552 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· ~280L
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Bookroo's summary

In 'The Moving Book,' a young boy helps his sister navigate the daunting process of moving. As they prepare to leave their home, he shares memories of past moves and offers comforting steps to ease her worries. From packing boxes to following the moving truck, their journey unfolds with warmth and humor. This multiracial family’s story, filled with delightful surprises, is a perfect guide for children facing the uncertainty of change. Will they find comfort in their new home? Discover how they turn a scary transition into an exciting adventure.

From the publisher

Lisa Brown, creator of the hugely popular The Airport Book and The Hospital Book, breaks down the big prospect of moving to a new home in this engaging picture book primer. Moving can be sad and scary–but it doesn’t have to be. The kids in this book have done it many times before, as the older brother reminds his sister. They reflect on favorite memories from each of their past homes, and the boy talks her (and the reader) through all the steps to expect, from taping up boxes to riding in the car behind the moving truck. Starring the same multiracial family from The Airport Book and The Hospital Book, and featuring plenty of “easter eggs” that will delight young readers, the book chronicles three distinct moves–from a small, overcrowded apartment in a rickety house to a proper urban apartment building to a house where there’s room for grandpa. With clear, concise text and detail-rich illustrations, The Moving Book is the perfect resource for any family preparing for a move and managing anxiety about the process. Fans of Lisa Brown’s critically acclaimed past titles will instantly recognize their favorite tour guides to sort-of-scary new things. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
552
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~280L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.2
F&P level
~I
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
556421
Publication
Published
July 22, 2025
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780823457182

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