{"product_id":"the-peddler-of-puddles-isbn-9780063318342","title":"The Peddler of Puddles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA beautiful new book by Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld, the bestselling creators of \u003cem\u003eStick and Stone\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere's a heart-expanding story\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eabout an on-the-go inventor who makes homes for others before realizing the rewards of putting down his own roots. \u003cem\u003eThe Peddler of Puddles\u003c\/em\u003e is a friendship-forward tale, perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eBear Came Along \u003c\/em\u003eand\u003cem\u003e Strictly No Elephants.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFilled with whimsy and adorable detail, this tale is a tribute to finding a place to hang your hat.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eStick and Stone) \u003c\/em\u003e“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.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eStick and Stone) \u003c\/em\u003e“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.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eStick and Stone) \u003c\/em\u003e“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.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHorn Book Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Stick and Stone: Best Friends Forever) \u003c\/em\u003e“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.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(The Umbrella) \u003c\/em\u003e“The exceptional duo behind Stick and Stone are back with another unmissable and upbeat collaboration. Simple and superb—a must-have for any collection.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eThe Umbrella) \u003c\/em\u003e“Dim days end with a bright romp thanks to magic. This celebration of patience and sharing light will spread delight.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e(Peddler of Puddles) ★ \"This enchanting tale also offers an understated message of kindness reciprocated.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e(Peddler of Puddles) “Offers an expansive puddle of possibility.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e(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.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e(Peddler of Puddles) \"Filled with charmingly cartoonish animals, the Peddler’s world blossoms in Lichtenheld’s drawings, softened with pastel watercolor and colored pencil.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clarion Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44890892894437,"sku":"NP9780063318342","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780063318342.jpg?v=1730234287","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-peddler-of-puddles-isbn-9780063318342","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}