Julia's House for Lost Creatures

In Ben Hatke's "Julia's House for Lost Creatures," Julia and her extraordinary walking house arrive in a new town, seeking companionship in a surprisingly quiet neighborhood. To fill her home with life, Julia puts out a sign inviting lost creatures to stay. Soon, her house is bustling with an array of fantastical residents, from mischievous goblins to elegant mermaids and even a dragon. While the quiet is gone, Julia quickly learns the challenges and joys of managing a diverse, sometimes unruly, household. This picture book beautifully explores themes of loneliness, belonging, kindness, and the delightful chaos of community, all brought to life with Hatke's signature lush watercolor illustrations. It's perfect for sparking conversations about welcoming others and finding your place.

When Julia and her walking house come to town, she likes everything about her new neighborhood except how quiet it is! So Julia puts a sign up: "Julia's House for Lost Creatures." Soon she's hosting goblins, mermaids, fairies, and even a dragon. Quiet isn't a problem anymore for Julia...but getting her housemates to behave themselves is! The simple, sweet text of this picture book by New York Times Best-Selling Zita the Spacegirl author/illustrator Ben Hatke is perfectly balanced by his lush, detailed, immersive watercolor illustrations.