How Long Is a Whale?

Written by Alison Limentani

Part of the Wild Facts & Amazing Math series

Discover the surprising lengths of underwater creatures in a fun, educational journey.

5.8/7 Bookroo expert·3.9/5 Goodreads · 122 ratings

36 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into a world where sea otters, tuna, and sea lions reveal the secrets of their lengths. This captivating picture book invites young readers to explore the fascinating sizes of underwater creatures, from dolphins to the majestic blue whale. How do these animals measure up against each other? Uncover the answers and marvel at the wonders of the ocean's giants. With engaging comparisons and a special gatefold for the largest of them all, this book is a delightful introduction to numbers and marine life.

From the publisher

10 sea otters are as long as . . . 9 yellowfin tuna, which are as long as . . . 8 California sea lions, which are as long as . . . Have you ever wondered how long a whale is? What about a shark? Or a dolphin? Alison Limentani s extraordinary and original picture book introduces children to a fascinating world of numbers, length, and underwater wildlife.”

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 36
Reading age: 3–5
Audience: Picture

Themes & topics

Books about sea creatures Books about counting and numbers Books about whales Books about marine life Books about measurement

What readers & critics say

Reviews

5.8

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5.8

“This book hits all the bases with my pre-schooler. It's an animals book, it's a counting book, it's an ocean book. It's a fun and quick read, but it's also very informative. It is non-fiction in a very approachable way. The illustrations are simple and cute. We especially love the giant whale fold-out pages and the human diver silhouette on each page for reference!”

Lauren Hancock

Trusted reviewer

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