The Long Island

Name: The Long Island
ISBN: 9781452157535

by Drew Beckmeyer

For the child who feels a yearning for new experiences beyond their comfortable routines, this story encourages curiosity and venturing into the unknown.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is curious about the world beyond their backyard but also a little hesitant to step out of their comfort zone. The story follows five animal friends who live a cozy, predictable life but can't shake the question of what lies on the other side of their very long island. This gentle, beautifully illustrated chapter book follows their journey as they team up, face small challenges, and discover that the adventure itself is the real destination. It's a wonderful choice for early independent readers, ages 7 to 10, as it celebrates curiosity, friendship, and the quiet bravery it takes to try something new.

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What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

The friends encounter a storm and the general uncertainty of a long journey, but nothing scary.

Sensitive Topics

The book does not contain sensitive topics. The conflicts are external (the long journey, a storm) and internal (facing the unknown). The approach is secular and the resolution is hopeful and philosophical, focusing on the value of the journey over the destination.