About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is begging for a pet that may not be suitable for home life, or when they are struggling to understand why we cannot keep creatures we find in nature. It is a whimsical yet grounded story about a girl named Vicky who receives a 'fish' that quickly outgrows its bowl, its bathtub, and eventually the local swimming pool. As the pet's true identity as a whale becomes clear, the narrative gently shifts from the humor of a giant pet to the emotional weight of doing what is best for a friend. Ideal for children ages 4 to 8, the story uses absurdist humor to navigate the complex feelings of 'letting go.' It provides a safe space to discuss responsibility and the difference between loving something and owning it. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's desire for companionship while reinforcing the biological reality that every living thing has a specific environment where it truly belongs.
