Pesky Penguins follows two sisters, Becky and Sonya, who get whisked away by a magical beam of light to all sorts of places after they wish for different things. It starts with them landing in Antarctica, where they meet a group of smelly penguins and end up bringing a baby penguin, Petey, back home by accident. From there, things just get wilder. They try to return Petey, but instead end up in castles, deserts, water parks, forests, and even on the moon. Through all these adventures, the sisters learn about friendship, courage, and what it means to care for someone, even if that someone is a mischievous penguin who never sits still.

I loved how imaginative this children’s book was. It felt like being a kid again, playing pretend and not worrying about anything making perfect sense. The writing has a lot of warmth, and you can tell the author really understands the way kids think, how every moment can turn from ordinary to magical in an instant. The story keeps moving, and I never got bored. There were parts where I laughed because Becky and Sonya get into such funny situations, and other times I just felt my heart melt a little, especially when they tried so hard to get Petey home. The relationship between the sisters feels real, with their teasing, teamwork, and love for each other shining through.

The story keeps a fun rhythm, with the magical “beam of light” showing up again and again to whisk the girls away. That little pattern actually makes it easy for kids to follow and gets them excited to see where the light will take Becky and Sonya next. The writing is simple and clear, perfect for younger readers who want to dive right into the adventure. It’s a story that keeps things light and full of heart, reminding you that imagination doesn’t need to be complicated to be magical.

I’d recommend Pesky Penguins to kids around 7 to 10 years old, or to parents who love reading whimsical adventure stories with their children. It’s perfect for bedtime reading because each chapter feels like a mini adventure. It’s sweet, simple, and full of lessons about kindness, family, and letting go when the time comes. Plus, who doesn’t love a story with a pesky little penguin?

Pages: 53 | ASIN : B0FRH86V82