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Little Ghost and the Robot
Overview
Meet Little Ghost and Robot in this spellbinding tale about chosen family and what it means to belong, from the creator of the prize-winning Bear and the Piano series.
Little Ghost and Robot make unlikely friends: one is emotional, the other logical. But they have something important in common--they know what it's like to be different. As they journey through the bustling city together, they encounter moments of quiet courage that help each of them see the world in new and surprising ways. These discoveries reveal to Little Ghost and Robot not only the wonder that exists beyond the walls of their old lives, but also the strength that comes from standing side by side. Over the course of a sweeping adventure, the pair realize that, while the world may see them as outsiders, they can find belonging in each other--a sense of connection that makes each one finally feel as though they have found their forever home. Written and illustrated by bestselling creator and exceptional talent, David Litchfield, this moving picture book offers readers a heartfelt celebration of friendship, courage, and found family.Customers Also Bought
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9780711296060
- ISBN-10: 0711296065
- Publisher: Frances Lincoln Ltd
- Publish Date: October 2026
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 8.8 x 0.5 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
- Page Count: 40
- Reading Level: Ages 4-7
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Little Ghost and the Robot is a fabulous story about taking risks, experiencing joy and finding family in unexpected places. David Litchfield is an award-winning children’s author-illustrator who has created numerous books (The Bear and the Piano, The Dinosaur Next Door, Lights on Cotton Rock) as well as illustrated for authors such as Kate DiCamillo (Ferris) and Gregory Maguire (Cress Watercress). In Little Ghost and the Robot, his illustrations and prose work like magic to chronicle an unlikely friendship between a lonely little ghost and a lively robot.
This tale will grab young readers from the opening spread, as a ghost girl gazes out the window of a dark, spooky house at the glistening lights of a city in the distance. There’s nothing scary about this friendly ghost, with rosy cheeks and a lovely diaphanous gown. One day a large box is delivered to her doorstep, and out pops a flying robot. Little Ghost craves fun, readers soon learn, while Robot thrives on logic. Nonetheless, their sudden kinship brings out the best in each other. Robot is a bundle of buzzing energy, and as they play chess and dress-up, he muses, “Is this what fun feels like?”
The new friends realize, however, that Robot has been delivered to the wrong address, so they venture into the city in search of his family, despite the qualms of Little Ghost, who hasn’t left the house in oh so long. Litchfield’s artwork sparkles on every page, beautifully contrasting the dark, dreary tones of Little Ghost’s house with bright dollops of shimmering color in the city. The text highlights the dichotomy of the urban landscape: “It was big and loud and scary. But it also shined like a diamond and sang like a choir.”
Outside a theater, the pair meet a lonely woman, Mrs. Potts, and together, they venture inside, experiencing its delights and forming a friendship. Litchfield keeps the surprises coming with every page, ultimately reaching a heartwarming conclusion. He excels at drawing attention to grand vistas (views of the city, the energy of a live theater) as well as focusing on smaller, intimate moments among his characters. By the end, Little Ghost’s house becomes infused with sunshine and new life.
As Little Ghost notes, “Oh, a family is a wonderful thing. It’s a group of people who look after and love one another.” Little Ghost and the Robot is a tale of finding friends and family just when you need them most. It’s a scintillating romp with a heart of gold.
Little Ghost and the Robot is a fabulous story about taking risks, experiencing joy and finding family in unexpected places. David Litchfield is an award-winning children’s author-illustrator who has created numerous books (The Bear and the Piano, The Dinosaur Next Door, Lights on Cotton Rock) as well as illustrated for authors such as Kate DiCamillo (Ferris) and Gregory Maguire (Cress Watercress). In Little Ghost and the Robot, his illustrations and prose work like magic to chronicle an unlikely friendship between a lonely little ghost and a lively robot.
This tale will grab young readers from the opening spread, as a ghost girl gazes out the window of a dark, spooky house at the glistening lights of a city in the distance. There’s nothing scary about this friendly ghost, with rosy cheeks and a lovely diaphanous gown. One day a large box is delivered to her doorstep, and out pops a flying robot. Little Ghost craves fun, readers soon learn, while Robot thrives on logic. Nonetheless, their sudden kinship brings out the best in each other. Robot is a bundle of buzzing energy, and as they play chess and dress-up, he muses, “Is this what fun feels like?”
The new friends realize, however, that Robot has been delivered to the wrong address, so they venture into the city in search of his family, despite the qualms of Little Ghost, who hasn’t left the house in oh so long. Litchfield’s artwork sparkles on every page, beautifully contrasting the dark, dreary tones of Little Ghost’s house with bright dollops of shimmering color in the city. The text highlights the dichotomy of the urban landscape: “It was big and loud and scary. But it also shined like a diamond and sang like a choir.”
Outside a theater, the pair meet a lonely woman, Mrs. Potts, and together, they venture inside, experiencing its delights and forming a friendship. Litchfield keeps the surprises coming with every page, ultimately reaching a heartwarming conclusion. He excels at drawing attention to grand vistas (views of the city, the energy of a live theater) as well as focusing on smaller, intimate moments among his characters. By the end, Little Ghost’s house becomes infused with sunshine and new life.
As Little Ghost notes, “Oh, a family is a wonderful thing. It’s a group of people who look after and love one another.” Little Ghost and the Robot is a tale of finding friends and family just when you need them most. It’s a scintillating romp with a heart of gold.