The Turtle (Lighthouse Family) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Preston McDaniels (Illustrator) "At the edge of a rocky cliff, high above the beautiful waves of a blue-green sea, there stood a proud lighthouse, and in this lighthouse..." (more)

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A thick fog has found its way up north to the lighthouse family, surrounding the cliffs and waters below. Always ready to lend a hand, the lighthouse siblings Whistler and Lila help Seabold guide small ships to land. As they overlook the foggy waters, they hear a distant voice echoing from the rocks below. Who could it be?

Using only a rope and their hearts to guide them, Seabold, Lila, and Whistler make their way down the side of the cliff. And what they discover will help them weather even the thickest fog -- a new friend.

About the Author

Cynthia Rylant is the author of numerous distinguished novels and picture books for young readers, including the Henry and Mudge, Annie and Snowball, and Mr. Putter & Tabby series. Her novel Missing May received the Newbery Medal. She lives in Lake Oswego, Oregon.

Preston McDaniels is the illustrator of Phineas L. MacGuire...

Erupts! and Cynthia Rylant's Lighthouse Family series. He lives in

Aurora, Nebraska.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Aladdin (February 7, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0689863128
• ISBN-13: 978-0689863127
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #141,245 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous family reading, April 6, 2007

By	Rebecca Jeffreys - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

My 8 year old son and I have enjoyed all of the Lightouse books. They are endearing, delightful and touching. The subject matter is light, family oriented and yet keeps my son's attention. He is enamoured of all the characters and I feel confident that he will return to these books many times.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Read Aloud for 4-6 year olds, February 2, 2009

By	Anne (Baltimore, MD) - See all my reviews

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My girls have loved the whole lighthouse series as I've read them aloud to them. They have wonderful language and pictures! This is a great stepping stone to reading chapter books with your kids.