Book Series · 8 Books

Lighthouse Family Books

In order from The Whale to The Bear.

The Whale

The Storm

The Eagle

The Turtle

The Octopus

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Whale

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$574

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1996

The Whale

By Cynthia Rylant

A lighthouse family races to reunite a lost baby whale with its mother.

64 pages· 4,079 words· Est. 46 min read

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Summary: In a coastal haven, the Lighthouse Family's peaceful life is disrupted by the cries of Sebastian, a lost baby beluga whale. Whistler and Lila, guided by the wise yet grumpy cormorant Huck, embark on a heartwarming quest to reunite Sebastian with his mother. As they navigate the challenges of the sea, the family discovers the true meaning of love and unity. Will they succeed in bringing the lost whale home? Dive into this enchanting tale of courage and compassion, where the bonds of family extend beyond species and the call of the ocean leads to unexpected adventures.

The complete set

Lighthouse Family Series

8 books · Published 1996–2019

The Whale

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$574

The Whale

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1996

A lighthouse family races to reunite a lost baby whale with its mother.

The Storm

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$1697

The Storm

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2002

Two solitary souls find unexpected family by the sea's embrace.

The Eagle

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$574

The Eagle

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2004

Two mice venture into a mysterious forest, uncovering secrets and new friendships.

The Turtle

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$574

The Turtle

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2005

In a foggy mystery, a lighthouse family hears a voice from the cliffs. Who awaits them below?

The Octopus

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$574

The Octopus

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2005

An octopus explores the shore with a lighthouse family during a rare low tide.

The Otter

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$574

The Otter

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2014

A lighthouse family races to save an otter trapped in a net.

The Sea Lion

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$1697

The Sea Lion

Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2017

A lighthouse family finds a baby sea lion in their kitchen. What happens next?

The Bear

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$574

The Bear

Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2019

A lighthouse family discovers a bear waking from hibernation. What happens next?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Lighthouse Family series?

There are 8 books in the Lighthouse Family series. It began with The Whale in 1996, and the newest book, The Bear, was published in 2019.

What ages are the Lighthouse Family books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Lighthouse Family to life.

Cynthia Rylant

Preston Mcdaniels

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