--- product_id: 1609446 title: "The Raft" price: "196 DH" currency: MAD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ma/products/1609446-the-raft store_origin: MA region: Morocco --- # The Raft **Price:** 196 DH **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Raft - **How much does it cost?** 196 DH with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ma](https://www.desertcart.ma/products/1609446-the-raft) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description This gorgeous picture book celebrates the wonders of summer adventures, imagination, and the natural world. Nicky is convinced that his summer with his grandmother in the Wisconsin woods is going to be the worst summer ever. She cooks food that he doesn’t like, there’s an art studio where her living room should be, and he’s expected to do chores—including fishing, the most boring chore ever. But one afternoon, while Nicky is trying to catch their dinner, a raft drifts down the river towards him. The raft has a calming magic about it, affecting both Nicky and the wildlife of the river and woods. Through the raft and the adventures it brings him on, Nicky finds new common ground with his grandmother, a fellow river rat, who encourages him to explore his newfound talent for art. This is an imagination-sparking story about appreciating the simple, natural joys of the world and the people in it, and about discovering and exploring one’s own talents. School Library Journal proclaimed, “This dazzling picture book is an artistic triumph.” The author’s note describes the similarities between Jim LaMarche's own life and the life of his protagonist. Review: Great story for boys who love the outdoors! - I bought this book for my 9-year-old grandson, and we loved reading it together. The Raft is a heartwarming book about a boy who spends the summer with his grandmother. One of the strong points of the story is that the boy learns not only about nature but also about himself. There is no "technology" at his grandmother's home, so he is forced outside. His summer experiences drifting down the river on a raft turned out to be a cherished experience for him. Additionally, the illustrations are beautiful. I highly recommend this book. Review: Your adventurer child needs this book! - An excellent book for the nature loving adventurer child. This book illustrates a child’s ability to fall in love with his natural surroundings! A classic childhood story of discovery. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #47,155 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #42 in Children's Country Life Books #119 in Children's Multigenerational Family Life #853 in Children's Books on Emotions & Feelings (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.9 out of 5 stars 621 Reviews | ## Images ![The Raft - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71F7ahIuNKL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great story for boys who love the outdoors! *by D***Y on January 28, 2026* I bought this book for my 9-year-old grandson, and we loved reading it together. The Raft is a heartwarming book about a boy who spends the summer with his grandmother. One of the strong points of the story is that the boy learns not only about nature but also about himself. There is no "technology" at his grandmother's home, so he is forced outside. His summer experiences drifting down the river on a raft turned out to be a cherished experience for him. Additionally, the illustrations are beautiful. I highly recommend this book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Your adventurer child needs this book! *by T***E on September 6, 2025* An excellent book for the nature loving adventurer child. This book illustrates a child’s ability to fall in love with his natural surroundings! A classic childhood story of discovery. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Surprisingly popular *by L***O on October 6, 2023* Class really enjoyed this book. I wasn't sure what to expect but everyone was really engaged. They at first empathized with the boy for having to go to Grandma's with no TV (I added in internet and phone service). Then they were captivated with the drawings on the raft and loved all the different animals they were seeing. Most really liked the idea of spending the summer on a raft seeing tons of animals and drawing pictures. It was a hit! ## Frequently Bought Together - The Raft - Finding Winnie: The True Story of the World's Most Famous Bear (Caldecott Medal Winner) - Princess Hyacinth (The Surprising Tale of a Girl Who Floated) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ma/products/1609446-the-raft](https://www.desertcart.ma/products/1609446-the-raft) --- *Product available on Desertcart Morocco* *Store origin: MA* *Last updated: 2026-06-02*