A sweet continuation of the Julia's House series, dealing with what it's like when you've outgrown something that used to be a home to you. While it doesn't quite live up to the charm of the first in the series, it's still delightful.

Another delightful book by Ben Hatke. Lots of delightful imagery and continuation of characters from previous books. Great for elementary students.
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All of the creatures in Julia's house are getting antsy; it's time to move on. Julia is planning an orderly move, to the mountains - but the turtle on whose back her house is built has other ideas (it spies a sea turtle that has captured its heart), and plunges into the sea. Not to worry! Julia has a plan for that too! (I can't help but think of Elizabeth Warren.) But at last, when all the plans have failed and Julia is alone on the only part of her house poking out of the sea, the Queen of the Sea emerges to help, and all the creatures return. The ghillie grows and grows until it's big enough to carry the house off into the sky. Julia doesn't have a plan for that - but that's okay.

Julia's house provides a home to a lot of creatures who need it, but her home needs a home too. The house sets off on a search for its place in the world. Fun and wacky!

We are big fans of this author. My son is obsessed with his Hilo graphic novel series and we've enjoyed other picture books of his. This one was also very enjoyable. More from a visual standpoint. The art definitely steals the show, and the actual story seems secondary. But it's so beautiful I don't mind at all

My kids were thrilled to return to Julia's House. With the pandemic this year, many of our plans had to be cancelled. Birthday parties, trips, Thanksgiving dinner. So having familiar characters deal with having to problem solve a plan that failed, was a good way to talk about what we do and how we handle disappointments and how we don't have to go through it alone.

Julia's house is full of misfit or lost creatures, goblins, mermaids, ghosts and trolls. This is the second Julia's House book and I wish we had read the first one. You see, Julia's house is a walking house. Everyone is getting tired of being in the same place and are ready to move on. Julia is packing up and making a plan, but the house is ready to go and starts moving on. Every time Julia makes new plans, something else gets in the way, till Julia finally relaxes, and things come together. Where will they end up this time? This is a fun story to capture the imagination of children. The illustrations are gorgeous and full of things to look at. A wonderful read aloud to share with my grandkids.

Such a lovely little read, and a beautiful follow-up to the first book, Julia's House for Lost Creatures - that I also adored. Hatke's artwork is just so beautiful and colourful - I think I could happily have quite a few pages from this book up on my wall to look at whenever I wanted to (don't worry, I would never pull apart a book for this purpose - just copy pages heh) - and it pairs perfectly with the gentle and yet still affecting story. I really love this little stories, because they very gently suggest to me that I don't have to have everything together all the time, and they do it with whimsy. I'm absolutely on board.

Julia's House for Lost Creatures taught readers that there is a place for everyone. In this follow-up volume, Hatke tackles a more subtle lesson: change. The beginning of this book finds the house and it's inhabitants preparing to move. The resourceful Julia has a plan. Of course, that plan is immediately disrupted. The house moves before Julia is ready and she has to change her plans. But each of her plans fails. Eventually, Julia has to accept that you cannot plan for everything, that you just have to let things happen and trust that it will work out. It's something of a melancholy, yet hopeful story. The messaging may not land with a very young audience but the illustrations are so active and charming that it probably won't matter. It's a joy just to leaf through the pictures. But for older kids, especially those going through a major life change, the message will be affirming.

What if your house had a mind of its own? What if your house moved overnight and you woke up to a new scenery every morning? I would love that since I am working from home and travel is limited due to Covid-19.⁠⠀
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Julia’s House Moves On by Ben Hatke is a quirky tale is about Julia’s house. Julia’s house is on top of a mountain and on top of a sea turtle. Her house is home to lost creatures of every kind, a mermaid, goblins, and trolls to name a few. The creatures were getting restless so it was time to move. Julia has a plan so that the move is perfect but nothing works according to the plan. Will Julia and her creatures lose their home? What surprises are in store for them?⁠⠀
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I loved the illustrations of the lost creatures and the story. It is a whimsical and one of a kind tale. Read and discover if you will love it too.⁠⠀

JULIA’S HOUSE MOVES ON
written/illus. by Ben Hatke, (First Second, $18.99, September 2020, ISBN 978-1-2501-9137-3), 40p, Ages 4-8
Julia, from "Julia’s House for Lost Creatures" (2014) realizes that her host of creatures are becoming restless and their house needs to move on. In searching for a new place to live, problems crop up, but Julia has a plan for every possible situation. When she runs out of solutions and all seems lost, Julia discovers that sometimes help and kindness come from unexpected friends and magical creatures. The illustrations are delightful, and kids will yearn for the next adventure.
Themes: Animals, Fantasy, Friendship, Heroes, Humor

First things first, you'll want to read Book One: Julia's House for Lost Creatures; both these books can be read without the other, but it's like how you can eat ice cream without pie. Why not both?

Julia is one smart girl. When her house full of magical creatures conveys that it wants to move, she tries very hard to help. Julia's home needs a perfect spot, and she starts planning and packing. This story perfectly illustrates how sometimes your plans don't quite work out. A sea turtle takes the house out to sea. Unfortunately, homes do not float.

Julia springs into action and tries all sorts of things. It all works out fine, even though it didn't happen the way she expected.

All of Ben Hatke's picture books make fantastic bedtime stories.

In a sequel to Ben Hatke's 2014 story Julia's House for Lost Creatures, Julia, her house full of friends, and the House itself all realize that it's time to move on. The only thing is, things don't always go to plan, and when things get underway before Julia's plans are ready, she's got to do some quick thinking. Because Julia always has a plan. The story of what to do when life gets in the way of your plans, Julia's House Moves On is about endurance, resilience, and maybe - just maybe - the fact that sometimes, it's okay to throw your plans to the wind.

I have been a Ben Hatke fan for a long time now, and his work never ceases to bring the wonder. Julia's House Moves On has stunning watercolor work and a story that brings heartache and joy in equal parts. Moments like Julia's House soaring through the sky; a Sea Queen holding the House in her hands; moments like these and so many more are just breathtaking to behold. There's magic in these pages. A must-add for your dreamers and your planners alike.

A delightful followup about Julia and how to deal with a situation that doesn't quite go the way you hoped! Not having a plan is okay

How lovely to visit with Julia and her friends again! In this follow-up to Julia's House for Lost Creatures we learn that things don't always go to plan and sometimes that is ok. Beautiful illustrations as usual from author/illustrator Ben Hatke.

Surprisingly Mobile Home

In this story, Julia's house is a special one, home for “lost creatures of every kind”. The house is getting restless and wants to move, which Julia plans for by finding the perfect spot and packing. But her plans are interrupted when a giant sea turtle takes the house out to sea. Of course, the house starts sinking, but Julia devises a series of plans to keep them safe, but these don't work out quite as she had hoped. Unexpected help on two fronts sees Julia's house and all of its inhabitants off on a new adventure. This book is gorgeously illustrated. Depending on the page, it has a warm or cool palette. Some pages are very dramatic, giving a strong sense of movement. Be sure to look at all parts of the illustrations, as sometimes they tell more of the story not mentioned in the text. The book had some good themes, too, like resiliency, never giving up, friendship, adjusting to new circumstances, planning, being open to adventure, and courage. All of this combines to make a whimsical and fun read.

I first fell in love with Ben Hatke's work a few years ago when I picked up his graphic novel, Mighty Jack. His art, which I think are rendered in watercolor, are always so lush and detailed. This book in no different. I enjoyed the first picture book in this series, Julia's House for Lost Creatures, and this is a wonderful follow up. In fact, I think I like this one even better.

I enjoy how Hatke is able to take and put his own spin on fairy tales and mythical creatures. This book is full of all sorts of fascinating beasts and creatures from legends. Because of this, the book definitely lends itself to multiple readings as you will notice more small details on each reread.

I am not sure if it is because I tend to be an over planner, but I especially liked the message that it is okay if your plans don't always work out. Or that it is okay to not have a plan sometimes. This rang especially true during this COVID era.

Final verdict: I thoroughly enjoyed Julia's House Moves On and would recommend it to anyone, especially those with little ones who enjoy fantasy!

Full Review at: https://rebeccaherzog.com/2020/09/24/book-review-julias-house-moves-on/

I love the message in this book. And gosh, I couldn't be a better candidate to read this book (and then apply the message) as I sure love to plan, plan, plan. But life gets in the way and Julia has to learn that maybe the adventure is more enjoyable without a plan every now and then. :) The illustrations were sweet and Julie was sprite-like, which I love. A fun book for siblings who don't want too much of a feel-y book or too much of a goblin-y book!

Julia's House Moves On by Ben Hatke is a follow up to Julia’s House for Lost Creatures, and is currently scheduled for release on September 29 2020. Julia's house is restless. Julia and her family of lost creatures are ready to move on. But where will they go? And how will they get there? Don’t worry—Julia has a plan for that! Julia always has a plan. But when Julia's plans all fail what's left for her?

Julia's House Moves On is another charming graphic novel from Hatke. Some might consider this series picturebooks, others might consider them graphic novels. It does not matter what labels you want to slap on them, they are wonderful. Julia has a plan for everything. She wants to help and care for all creatures that need her and her house, and struggles when things do not fit into any plan and when plans go awry. Her angst is palpable, and understandable, to just about every reader. And the artwork, Hatke does not disappoint. I'll admit it- I have never seen a art from Hatke that I have not loved, so I might be a wee bit biased. However, I think all early graphic novel readers and picturebook lovers will find something worth a second and third read here.

Review to be posted on GoodReads Sep 15:

Julia and everyone living in her house are stuck in a rut and caught in a funk. Julia decides it is time to move on. She has a plan, but life rarely sticks to the plan.

Hatke reminds us that we can have all sorts of plans, but sometimes we need to let others help and let go of our plans. This is a bittersweet adventure story with a whole host of mythical and imaginary creatures portrayed in Hatke’s whimsical style. The book can be interpreted a whole host of ways and may resonate with many kids going through change, hard times, and facing uncertainty.

Notes on content [based on ARC]: Some kids who are freaked out by the concept of ghosts will want to avoid this. There is a friendly ghost, but it is still there.

<i>I received an ARC of this title from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.</i>