A perfectly pitched story about friendship and loneliness.
From the creator of The Day The Crayons Quit, this tender tale follows a boy who rows a lonely penguin to the South Pole—only to discover his new friend wasn’t lost at all, just looking for connection. A poignant story about friendship that’s touched hearts worldwide.
$19.99
What would you do if a penguin appeared on your doorstep? This is the wonderfully unexpected question at the heart of Lost and Found, a tender picture book from beloved illustrator Oliver Jeffers—the creative mind behind the #1 smash hit The Day The Crayons Quit.
When a boy discovers a lonely penguin at his door, he assumes it must be lost. Determined to help, he sets off on an epic journey to return his new friend to the South Pole. Together, they navigate stormy seas and dark nights in a tiny rowboat, the boy filling the quiet hours with stories and conversation. But when they finally reach the icy Antarctic shores, something feels wrong. Instead of relief, both feel an unexpected sadness—and that’s when the boy realizes the penguin wasn’t lost at all. It was simply looking for a friend.
This poignant tale of friendship, loneliness, and connection resonates with readers of all ages. Jeffers’ distinctive illustrations—simple yet emotionally rich—perfectly capture the vast ocean, the small boat, and the even smaller feeling of being alone in a big world. Now also an animated TV special, this story has touched hearts around the globe.
Perfect for young readers learning about empathy, for anyone who’s ever felt lonely, or for those cozy evenings when you need a story that reminds you: sometimes the journey matters more than the destination, and the best discoveries are the friends we make along the way.
A perfectly pitched story about friendship and loneliness.
Jeffers' debut picture book is a winner.
A sweetly told tale with evocative illustrations.
The illustrations are whimsical and the palette muted, with the exception of the boy's bright red jacket and the penguin's orange feet and beak. The story is sweetly told, with a simple text that will appeal to young children.
Charming in its understatement, the story will prompt readers to turn the pages eagerly.
| Weight | 1.06 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 10.56 × 0.34 × 10.75 in |
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| Subject | Action & Adventure, Animals, Birds, Friendship, Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes |
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