About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing the world's protective systems or expresses a fascination with the ocean at night. It is perfect for children who are transitioning from purely imaginative play to a desire for real-world knowledge about how things work. By focusing on the helpful role of the lighthouse, this book provides a sense of security and order in a vast, unpredictable natural world. This guide introduces young readers to the mechanics and history of lighthouses. It highlights the vital role of the lighthouse keeper and the technology used to keep ships safe from rocky shores. Through simple language and clear imagery, it fosters a sense of gratitude for the people and machines that watch over us while we sleep. It is an ideal choice for building vocabulary and introducing early research skills in a gentle, age-appropriate way.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book treats the danger of shipwrecks as a problem that has been successfully solved by human ingenuity and technology. The tone is informative and secular.
Ideal Reader
A 6-year-old who loves facts and is beginning to move away from picture books toward 'real' information. It is also great for a child who might be a little afraid of the dark and would benefit from learning about the many ways we keep the world bright and safe.
