A most magnificent mammal that moves its enormous body through the water using its flippers and tales, the whale is a most curious creature. There is so much to learn about their life in the deep blue sea. Dive into the best kids' books about whales that share incredible stories of friendship, survival, and simply funny tales about what happens during human encounters.
Captivating pictures draw readers into the story about an unlikely friendship that forms between two vastly different creatures. A tiny snail jumps on the opportunity of a lifetime to explore the world from the back of a whale. The journey, described through rhyming verse, challenges both animals both physically and emotionally when the whale gets too close to the shoreline. The tiny, unlikely hero saves the day in a story that begs to be read many times.
Whale Picture Books for Preschoolers
Take little ones on a journey into the depths of the ocean during story time by reading the best books about whales for preschool children. Readers will learn some incredible details about how these enormous mammals interact with other animals, what they like to eat, and how they can more their oversized bodies through the water. These facts about whales are woven throughout stories about valuable friendships and life lessons that will resonate with young readers. The illustrations of friendly ocean beasts will capture the hearts of curious kids who will find a bit of themselves in each of these picture books featuring whale books.
Baby Beluga
his is a story that is meant to be sung. The cutest pictures are paired with Raffi's lyrics about a white whale that is exploring the depths of the ocean. Tiny tots will love playing the song out loud while following along with a baby beluga as it interacts with all sorts of sea creatures.
Whole Whale
Kids will love the whimsical pictures of animals piling on top of each other in attempt to fit on the page. On the surface, this adorable picture book introduces kids to a spectrum of animals, like a skink, skunk, moths, and sloth. As each new critter squeezes into the picture, readers are left wondering how many more can actually join the crew. Last but not least, a large lonely whale yearns to belong. What follows next is a series of movements that will warm the hearts of readers who will understand the message of inclusion and kindness.
Amos and Boris
A classic story by William Steig that has received a long list of awards and accolades for both the intriguing pictures and captivating story about friendship. A whale and a mouse, while starkly different sizes, have hearts that are truly aligned. They strike out to sea, encountering a number of dangerous encounters requiring the help of an unlikely hero. After much time passes, their bond remains steadfast through lifes ups and downs.
Rory: An Orca's Quest for the Northern Lights
Rory is an orca with a desire to explore the world around him. Upon learning about the Northern Lights, he sets out on an epic quest to see the magnificent beauty with his own eyes. His journey brings him in touch with many new friends like a delightful beluga, a polar bear, and even a fox. Told in verse, this charming story delivers a powerful message about chasing your dreams.
Down to the Sea with Mr. Magee
Chris Van Dusen is a mastermind with clever picture book poems. This fun story does not fail to delight readers as they join Mr. Magee and his loyal dog for an adventure at sea. Kids will never tire of examining the detailed pictures, discovering fun, new treasures with every reading. Equally impressive is the rhyming story with a cadence that matches the excitement of a boat in peril. Thanks to a whale, albeit with friendly intentions, Mr. Magee and his crew find themselves in a bit of a topsy turvy pickle!
Splash Goes the Whale
Preschoolers will practices their ABCs as they follow a whale who is determined to fill his belly with the alphabet. A parade of animals offer up foods starting with every letter until the hungry water mammal is satisfied. This interactive novelty book has pull-tabs built into the pages and culminates in a surprising pop-up feature at the very end.
Dear Mr. Blueberry
An endearing story that follows written correspondence between a little girl and her teacher. Over summer break, she discovers a whale living in a pond on her property. She immediately knows who can help her get to the bottom of this mystery- her beloved Mr. Blueberry! What ensues is a series of letters back and forth packed with lessons about whales, science, and nature.
Nonfiction Whale Books for Children
Budding marine biologists will love the detailed descriptions of the majestic sea mammals spread across the pages. The best nonfiction whale books offer a comprehensive look at what life is really like for these beasts. Readers will learn about their anatomy, like how some species have multiple stomachs, and the wide variety of marine animals they consume including krill and squid. These factual books about whales introduce readers to the seventy plus different species, ranging in size from 400 to 400,000 pounds. Spectacular spreads with labeled pictures of whales along with descriptions will pique the interest of kids who will want to learn more.
Life After Whale
Readers will find themselves mesmerized as they follow an incredible event called a whale fall. At the end of a life, the body rises to the surface before plunging to the depths of the ocean. What may initially seem like a sad death is a natural part of the underwater ecosystem, and is a crucial part of a rebirthing process for other sea animals. The meaty body quickly becomes devoured by hungry fish and other animals, picked to the bone until just a skeleton remains. But that is not the end of the story. The bony structure eventually becomes shelter and provides protection from predators. Winner of a multitude of awards, this nonfiction whale book is a work of art both in pictures and storytelling.
Whales: An Illustrated Celebration
A comprehensive nonfiction book celebrating the vast number of whale species. This high quality gift book will be appreciated by anyone who has a fascination with marine life. Readers will learn fascinating information about the evolution of these water mammals and the role they play in mythology. The book is packed with information about their habitat, diet, anatomy, lifespan, and everything else about the lives of these magnificent sea creatures.
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