The Lighthouse Keeper's New Friend

A parent should reach for this book when their child is feeling lonely, learning to be a good friend, or processing the idea that some friendships are temporary. This heartwarming story addresses the quiet ache of loneliness and the profound joy found in caring for another. It follows Mr. Grinling, the kind lighthouse keeper, who finds a sick and abandoned seal pup. He and his wife nurse the seal back to health, forming a deep and playful bond. The book beautifully models empathy, kindness, and the responsibility of care. For ages 5 to 8, it provides a gentle, comforting narrative about how helping others can fill our own hearts, and it offers a soft landing for the bittersweet reality that sometimes we must say goodbye to friends so they can thrive.