The House That Floated

A stunningly beautiful picture book from a critically acclaimed artist that follows a family who lives in a house by the sea as water levels start to rise.

In this gorgeous, wordless story, a family makes their home on a cliff overlooking the sea. They live peacefully, spending their days exploring the ocean and filling their home with warmth and laughter. But as seasons pass, the waters rise, bringing the tides closer to the clifftop and the house. When a powerful storm rages and giant waves engulf the cliff, the family must leave--but not without their beloved home.

Inspired by true stories of communities relocating houses, award-winning artist Guojing evokes a family's ingenuity and determination to save their home in a moving portrait of empathy, love and strength. Through dreamy ocean scenes and vibrant tones of red, pinks and blues, this striking narrative offers an adventure story with a dramatic and glorious ending.

Author: Guojing
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Random House Studio
Published: 09/16/2025
Pages: 40
Weight: 1.25lbs
ISBN: 9780593709054


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 05/26/2025
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 07/01/2025
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2025
School Library Journal 08/01/2025 pg. 88
Booklist 08/01/2025
Horn Book Magazine 09/01/2025 pg. 42

About the Author
Guojing is a renowned author, illustrator, and concept artist from China. Her debut picture book The Only Child was a New York Times Best Illustrated book and a Publishers Weekly Top 10 Children's Book. Her wordless picture book Stormy: A Story About Finding a Forever Home was an ALA Notable Children's Book and was called "masterful" by The New York Times. Her graphic novel, The Flamingo, garnered multiple starred reviews and was named a Best Book of the Year by NPR. Guojing lives in Canada with her husband and son.