The Lighthouse Keeper's Lunch

What do our readers think of The Lighthouse Keeper's Lunch? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find the seagulls funny and enjoy watching Mr and Mrs Grinling think of inventive ways to solve the lunch problem. Some children find the story a little wordy, but they enjoy its lively seaside setting and memorable characters.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Lighthouse Keeper's Lunch?

The Lighthouse Keeper's Lunch is a funny, cleverly plotted picture book in which greedy seagulls meet their match. Ronda and David Armitage combine seaside atmosphere, lively illustrations and inventive problem solving, making this a particularly enjoyable read-aloud for younger children, with plenty for adults to chuckle at too.

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What is The Lighthouse Keeper's Lunch about?

Every day, Mr Grinling, the lighthouse keeper, rows out to his lighthouse, where he diligently cleans and polishes the light to ensure it shines brightly at night. His wife, Mrs Grinling, prepares a delicious lunch and sends it to him via a special cable system. However, a group of greedy seagulls begins to steal Mr Grinling's lunch mid-journey. The couple devises several clever plans to outwit the pesky birds, leading to humorous and inventive solutions to protect the lighthouse keeper's lunch.

About the author

Ronda Armitage is a much-loved author from New Zealand who now lives in England. She is best known for writing the delightful Lighthouse Keeper series, including 'The Lighthouse Keeper’s Lunch'. Ronda enjoys creating stories full of adventure and fun, often inspired by the seaside and her love of the coast.

Discussion ideas around The Lighthouse Keeper's Lunch

Mr Grinling's Job: Why do you think keeping the lighthouse light clean and bright is important?

Clever Ideas: Which ideas might you try to protect Mr Grinling's lunch, and why?

Mrs Grinling: What do Mrs Grinling's actions show us about the way she cares for Mr Grinling?

Greedy Seagulls: Why do the seagulls keep trying to take the lunch, and how could they find food another way?

By The Sea: What sounds, sights and animals might you notice if you visited a real lighthouse?