About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts expressing a desire for more independence or shows a budding interest in exploring the world beyond their front door. It is the perfect choice for a little one who is nervous but excited about a first solo experience, like a first sleepover or starting a new activity, as it mirrors the mix of trepidation and curiosity that comes with striking out on one's own. Written by the legendary Ursula K. Le Guin, the story follows a tiny mouse named Tom who hitches a ride on a train for a grand adventure. While he begins his journey in secret, he eventually finds a gentle companion in an elderly woman traveler. The book celebrates the bravery required to be curious while emphasizing that the world can be a kind place where new friends are waiting to help us. It is a soft, comforting introduction to the concept of travel and the beauty of intergenerational friendship.
