This story I found at my library, and it totally tugged on my heartstrings. The Sea Serpent and Me written by Dashka Slater, illustrated by Catia Chien
Image © Catia ChienIn it a little girl befriends the sea serpent who plops into her bath from the faucet. They play together, planning when they will return him to the sea. When the time finally comes, they are both reluctant, but recognize that he is growing too much to stay with the girl. It's a poignant parting, but very sweet and gentle.
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