A gentle story of friendship, courage, and the wise watch of a loving grandmother crane.In this beautifully illustrated children's book, readers are introduced to Ol Ma Crickety Crane, the calm and caring guardian of a peaceful lake. From her early morning flight to her brave protection of the lake animals, Ol Ma ensures every creature-from curious turtles and clever geese to misunderstood snakes and sleepy alligators-feels safe and seen.When a quiet morning turns tense, Ol Ma teams up with Tucker the Turtle to keep danger at bay and restore peace to the lakeside. Together, they show that community, awareness, and kindness can overcome fear.Perfect for storytime or classroom reading, this book nurtures social-emotional learning with themes of: Trust and protectionFriendship and teamworkAwareness of others and peaceful conflict resolutionEmpathy and emotional safetyIdeal for ages 4-8, Ol Ma Crickety Watches Over the Lake is a soothing bedtime read for children who love animal stories, books about grandmothers, or gentle tales of everyday bravery.Come spend a day at the lake-and discover how one watchful bird helps everyone feel at home.