The Harbor Light [Hardcover]

Eric Walls (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Little Lighthouse discovers how important it is to shine his light and guide boats safely into the harbor. (20060313)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Kids of any age will enjoy this lively new character and will benefit from the important life lessons presented. We each possess a 'light' within, and a responsibility to share that light with those around us. If we hide our light, we hurt ourselves and others. By teaching our children to recognize and to share their light, we pave the way for their happiness and ultimately for helping them to be the best people they can be. With a little help from Lighthouse and The Harbor Light, life's challenges and temptations may seem just a little easier to understand and navigate." (Lisa M. Hendey FaithWriters )

"I cannot say enough about this book! It is a beautiful story with wonderfully drawn illustrations that weaves an important, sweet lesson throughout a poignant story. As I read the story to a group of about 15 children in the presence of 7 teenage 'helpers' during 'Children's Church' on a recent Sunday morning, the room was completely quiet, with children and teens alike held in rapt anticipation as the story unfolded. The author, with a 'Note to Parents' at the end of the story offers a suggested discussion to enable children to see the relevance of the story in applying it to their lives. Truly a story with a great lesson, wonderfully written and illustrated, The Harbor Light is a modern classic to be treasured for generations." (K. Leilani Dahilig "Broadcast Review, KTWG, Guam" )

This book is pleasing to the ear as well as the eyes with not only a fun story but bright and cheery illustrations. It is a book I won't mind having to read over and over and over again to my young grandchildren. Hope this reminds everyone to let their light shine! (Karen Higson Christian Review of Books )

From the Back Cover

High above the ocean, on a cliff overlooking a harbor, stood a little lighthouse who loved to watch the world go by. He always had to keep his light shining for the safety of the boats. But, what would happen if he suddenly decided to turn his light off? The boats would be all right—wouldn’t they?

The Harbor Light is a warm and charming story about a lighthouse that questions his purpose and faces fears, loneliness, rejection, and even danger! Through the guidance of the gentle lighthouse keeper, the lighthouse learns some very valuable lessons. Kids will immediately identify with the lighthouse’s feelings—and they will learn from his experience that God needs us to be faithful . . . even when we don’t want to!

Eric Walls has gained extensive experience in family feature films since 1990, when he launched a career as an animator for such companies as Disney, DreamWorks, Paramount, and Warner Brothers. Included among his numerous film credits are the classics of Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Lion King, and Hercules for Disney, as well as The Prince of Egypt for DreamWorks.   Equipped with the skills and insight of an animator, Eric began to search for ways to share the gospel. As a result, he began work on The Harbor Light.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Kregel Kidzone (November 18, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0825441552
• ISBN-13: 978-0825441554
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.1 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,175,171 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Eric Walls has had a career in family feature film animation since 1990 with extensive experience in both traditional hand-drawn and computer animation. He has contributed to many of the feature films of Disney, DreamWorks, and Warner Brothers, including "The Lion King," "Bolt," and "The Prince of Egypt." The accomplished author and illustrator of "The Harbor Light," Eric's newest children's book is "Silent Sally."

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't Hide Your Light!, December 21, 2005

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Lisa M. Hendey "Mom, Blogger, Podcaster, Author" (Fresno, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Harbor Light (Hardcover)

Kids face a variety of challenges growing up in today's complex world. Media role models and pressure from friends to "fit in" seem to come at an ever earlier age. As parents, we are challenged to equip our children with the tools to stand up for the things they believe in and to make right choices.

In his new book The Harbor Light (Kregel Kidzone, January 2006, hardcover, 32 pages) author and animator Eric Walls introduces a loveable new character, Lighthouse. Like today's average kid, Lighthouse wants to "fit in", to have friends, and to be cool. But he also carries some pretty major responsibilities: it is his job to shine his light, day and night, as a safe haven for all to see.

Lighthouse knows his duties, but faces isolation, temptation, and peer pressure from others. He wants friends and popularity, but he may have to hurt others or turn his back on his duties to attain this. As the story unfolds, we see Lighthouse's choices, and their results, in an exciting story that ends up teaching us a big lesson.

Kids of any age will enjoy this lively new character and will benefit from the important life lessons presented. We each possess a "light" within, and a responsibility to share that light with those around us. If we hide our light, we hurt ourselves and others. By teaching our children to recognize and to share their light, we pave the way for their happiness and ultimately for helping them to be the best people they can be. With a little help from Lighthouse and The Harbor Light, life's challenges and temptations may seem just a little easier to understand and navigate.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the Harbor Light, June 7, 2007

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A. Walls - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Harbor Light (Hardcover)

An excellent book which helps the reader to think about what it means to be a light in the world in Christian actions. It is good for all ages.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific for Kids - Great for All Ages!!, March 10, 2006

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Wilma Barnes (Arkansas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Harbor Light (Hardcover)

I initially bought The Harbor Light for my children and my grandchildren. They listened intently to the message of the words, watched in amazement as the illustration pages were turned, and responded with valuable life lessons from the content. What's even more exciting is that I'm over fifty and I found the story applicable to my life and the illustrations delightfully inspirational. I was then thrilled when my parents found joy in the book as well. Even the elderly who are dealing with lonliness and other challenges can find encouragement from this book!