Homegrown House

Reach for this book when your child feels weary of transitions or expresses envy of friends who have lived in the same house forever. Janet S. Wong uses gentle, poetic prose to explore the perspective of a young girl who is tired of the 'for sale' signs and packing boxes that define her family's nomadic life. By contrasting her own frequent moves with the deep, 'homegrown' roots of her grandmother's house, where the floors are scuffed with history and the garden has stories to tell, the book validates a child's need for stability. It is an ideal choice for children ages 4 to 8 who are preparing for a move or struggling to feel settled in a new environment. This story helps children understand that while buildings may change, the love and memories we carry can help us plant seeds of 'home' wherever we go next.