About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is deeply missing a loved one who is far away. Buckley the beaver's papa is gone, and he misses him terribly. To feel close to him, Buckley builds beautiful little boats from things he finds on the beach and sends them out to sea with a wish that they'll reach his papa. When no reply comes, his sadness grows, but his mother's loving support reveals a touching surprise. This poignant story validates feelings of longing and loneliness, while celebrating the power of creativity and enduring family love to bridge any distance. It's a gentle, comforting read for children navigating separation.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The reason for the father's absence is ambiguous. It could be interpreted as work, deployment, separation, or even death, although the ending strongly implies he is alive and will return. The approach is metaphorical and focuses on the child's emotional experience of longing. The resolution is hopeful and affirming, centered on the love of the remaining parent and the preservation of the child's loving gestures. It is a secular story.
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