The Snail and the Whale
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2003 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

The Snail and the Whale

Written by Julia Donaldson · Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

A snail and whale embark on a journey, but can the snail save the day?

4.8/7 Bookroo expert·4.4/5 Goodreads · 11,039 ratings
32 pages· 603 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· 630L
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A tiny snail dreams of adventure and finds it when she meets a humpback whale. Together, they explore distant lands, but danger looms when the whale swims too close to shore. Can the snail's courage and cleverness save her new friend from peril? This enchanting tale of friendship and bravery unfolds with rhythmic charm and captivating illustrations, inviting readers to join a journey where even the smallest creature can make a big difference.

From the publisher

When a tiny snail meets a humpback whale, the two travel together to far-off lands. It’s a dream come true for the snail, who has never left home before. But when the whale swims too close to shore, will the snail be able to save her new friend?

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
603
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
630L
Themes & topics
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Kind
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Kind

Ages 3–5 · 2019
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
77867
Publication
Published
April 6, 2006
First published
January 1, 2003
Publisher
Puffin Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780142405802
LCCN
2006274082
OCLC
66802988

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