The setting of a loving home, wherever that may be geographically, is the basis for this story, as a family says goodbye to one place and moves to another country. Themes of change, worries, resilience, belonging, family and new beginnings are all sensitively explored within a gentle, supportive framework.
Detailed spreads visually documenting the belongings that a young boy packs and leaves behind will encourage young children to linger, observe and engage in conversations about the story. Design elements are strong and have been given careful consideration – the front cover is tactile, endpapers significantly connect to the story, the book is a good size for small hands, text is clear, economical and well placed.