LITTLE WHALE
The true story of a humpback whale, from the day she is born, already weighing a ton, to a time she struggles to avoid whale-hunting ships. Young readers will be fascinated by how whales breathe, find food, and how they sing underwater. McGovern closes with efforts made to keep whales from extinction. Illustrations by John Hamberger. Ages 4-8
“Clearly and succinctly presented in smooth narrative that young whale buffs will find fascinating and easy to read.” ALA Booklist
Earthworm Award for the book that “does the most to encourage environmental awareness and sensitivity in children.”