A funny and reassuring picture book about finding your people and navigating big life changes, with a charming grandparent-grandchild duo at its coreEtta and her Grandma Maisie are explorers! Every day they gear up with hiking boots, floppy hats, and super special adventure snacks, eager to take on the world. Etta’s mom and dad don’t quite get their love of earthworm castles and pickle-and-cheese sandwiches, but Grandma Maisie and Etta understand each other
perfectly.
When Etta heads off to school and Grandma Maisie moves into a seniors’ residence, the explorers face their biggest adventure yet: a day apart!
This sweet and silly story is for anyone facing a big life change, whether you’re five or seventy-five.
On sale: July 21, 2026
Age: 3-7 years
Grade: Preschool - 2
Page count: 32 Pages
ISBN: 9798217006649
Reading level: Lexile: AD600L | Fountas/Pinnell: M
Dee Hahn began writing when her three children begged for bedtime stories, and she never stopped. Dee is a lover of forests, adventure, yaks — and books, of course! She lives with her family, a wily dog, and a rebellious chicken in Calgary, Alberta.
Ashlyn Anstee is an award-winning author and illustrator of many books for children. Her work spans board books, picture books, and graphic novels. Ashlyn is also an Emmy-nominated writer, supervising director, and storyboard artist. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Grant, and far too many cats.
“[A] heart-tugging intergenerational tale [that] gently guides readers through the anxiety that can come with a new life stage . . . [A] lively exploratory meditation on expanding horizons.” —
Publishers Weekly
“Etta and Maisie’s quirky bond radiates from Anstee’s soft-edged cartoon illustrations, and Hahn’s gentle text reassures kids and adults alike that it’s never too late to make new friends. A sweet friendship tale for adventurers of all ages.” —
Kirkus
