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The Explorers
A funny and reassuring picture book about finding your people and navigating big life changes, with a charming grandparent-grandchild duo at its core
Etta and her Grandma Maisie are explorers! Every day they gear up with hiking boots, floppy hats, and super special adventure snacks, eager to take on the world. Etta’s mom and dad don’t quite get their love of earthworm castles and pickle-and-cheese sandwiches, but Grandma Maisie and Etta understand each other perfectly.
When Etta heads off to school and Grandma Maisie moves into a seniors’ residence, the explorers face their biggest adventure a day apart!
This sweet and silly story is for anyone facing a big life change, whether you’re five or seventy-five.
Etta and her Grandma Maisie are explorers! Every day they gear up with hiking boots, floppy hats, and super special adventure snacks, eager to take on the world. Etta’s mom and dad don’t quite get their love of earthworm castles and pickle-and-cheese sandwiches, but Grandma Maisie and Etta understand each other perfectly.
When Etta heads off to school and Grandma Maisie moves into a seniors’ residence, the explorers face their biggest adventure a day apart!
This sweet and silly story is for anyone facing a big life change, whether you’re five or seventy-five.
- GenresPicture Books
Kindle Edition
Published July 21, 2026
About the author
Dee Hahn
2 books18 followersDee Hahn began writing when her children begged for bedtime stories, and she never stopped.
Travel is a great passion of Dee's, and she's spent much of her life exploring Africa, India, South East Asia, and Canada- and she always carries a book in her backpack to keep her company.
Currently, Dee lives in Alberta, Canada. When she isn't writing, you can find her kayaking, building treehouses, and exploring the woods.
Travel is a great passion of Dee's, and she's spent much of her life exploring Africa, India, South East Asia, and Canada- and she always carries a book in her backpack to keep her company.
Currently, Dee lives in Alberta, Canada. When she isn't writing, you can find her kayaking, building treehouses, and exploring the woods.
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July 25, 2026
Very cute story, made me miss my grandparents ❤️❤️
July 27, 2026
This children's book beautifully captures the emotions that come with life's unexpected changes through the special bond between a grandmother and her grandchild. As they each embark on their own new adventures, the story gently reassures young readers that change can be challenging, but it also brings opportunities for growth, courage, and new adventures.
The relationship between the grandma and child is filled with love, encouragement, and understanding, making it easy for families to connect with the characters. The story is told in a way that is both comforting and engaging for young children, while also offering meaningful messages for parents and grandparents.
With its positive outlook, relatable themes, and gentle reminder that love remains strong even when life changes, this book is a wonderful read for families navigating transitions. A thoughtful and uplifting story that will leave readers smiling.
The relationship between the grandma and child is filled with love, encouragement, and understanding, making it easy for families to connect with the characters. The story is told in a way that is both comforting and engaging for young children, while also offering meaningful messages for parents and grandparents.
With its positive outlook, relatable themes, and gentle reminder that love remains strong even when life changes, this book is a wonderful read for families navigating transitions. A thoughtful and uplifting story that will leave readers smiling.
August 22, 2026
Etta and Grandma Maisie are each other's favorite explorer partner. When Etta must start school and Maisie moves into a retirement facility, they each must learn to try new things with possible new friends.
Too many words in too many places on multiple pages makes reading out loud a bit difficult. Children question why Etta couldn't visit Grandma across the street; why she had to wait for Grandparent's day.
Despite the difficulties this story provides a good point of view.
Too many words in too many places on multiple pages makes reading out loud a bit difficult. Children question why Etta couldn't visit Grandma across the street; why she had to wait for Grandparent's day.
Despite the difficulties this story provides a good point of view.
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