The Storm Whale in Winter

Written and illustrated by Benji Davies

Part of the The Storm Whale series

A young boy must rescue his father who is lost at sea.

4.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,350 ratings

32 pages· 375 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

Noi's father sails into a storm, leaving him waiting anxiously at home. As the tempest rages and his father remains missing, Noi ventures into the icy sea to find him. With danger closing in, hope seems lost until an unexpected friend arrives. Will they reunite before the sea claims them? This tale of courage and friendship explores the deep bond between a father and son.

From the publisher

In this sequel to The Storm Whale, the boy, Noi, is caught in a storm at sea and his whale friend comes to his rescue. When Noi’s dad sails out on one last fishing trip before winter, Noi waits for him at home. But as the storm worsens and his dad does not return, Noi decides to go looking for his dad. But the storm is powerful and dangerous, and soon Noi, too, is stuck in the icy sea. When it seems that all hope is lost, a friend comes to help Noi and his father. Poignant and evocative, this is a beautiful celebration of friendship and family, and the special bond between a father and son.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 375
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: ~520L

Themes & topics

Books about whales Books about family Books about friendship Books about rescues and rescuing Books about winter

What readers & critics say

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4.5

“The illustrations in this book are delightful, and Noi is brave and thoughtful, but I personally don't think the storyline is that great. Did his dad get out and walk back home? How did the boat survive breaking through all the ice? Just feels a little disjointed, but still a cute, better-than-ok read.”

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