About This Book
Reach for this book when your child expresses a growing concern for the environment or feels overwhelmed by the 'bigness' of world problems like climate change. It is an ideal bridge for the young reader who is transitioning into longer chapter books and still craves the wonder of magic alongside real-world stakes. The story follows three Sea Keepers, Emily, Grace, and Layla, who travel to the frozen North to protect a penguin colony from the ecological interference of the villainous Effluvia. Through their journey, the book emphasizes that even the smallest actions of a few dedicated friends can safeguard a habitat. It is a gentle, age-appropriate introduction to environmental stewardship that balances peril with a sense of agency and magical whimsy.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book approaches environmental destruction through a metaphorical lens (dark magic/pollution). It is secular and highly hopeful, focusing on the power of restoration and protection rather than the permanence of loss.
