I read The Mighty Captain Daniel to my twins at bedtime, and now they want it every night. The mix of adventure and gentle lessons holds their attention from start to finish. The turtle is their favorite character, and they’ve started asking questions about ocean life, which has been a joy to explore together.

As a teacher, I’m always looking for stories that keep my students involved and spark good conversation. This book does both. The characters are memorable, the pacing is just right, and the illustrations are gorgeous. My class loved talking about what bravery and kindness mean in real life.

I bought this book for my grandson, but we ended up reading it as a family. The writing is warm, the themes are timeless, and the artwork is beautiful. It’s rare to find a children’s book that feels just as enjoyable for adults to read aloud as it is for children to hear.