Whale and the Birthday Rocks
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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2025

Whale and the Birthday Rocks

Written by Erica S Perl · Illustrated by Sam Ailey

Book #4 in the Whale, Quail, Snail series

Two friends clash over a gift, but can they find a way to make peace?

3.9 Goodreads · 14 ratings
32 pages· ~510L
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As Quail's birthday approaches, Snail and Whale both choose the same rock as a gift, sparking a conflict. Can they overcome their differences to bring joy to their friend? With a desire for peace and quiet, Quail's true wish might just lead to an unexpected resolution. Discover how friendship and kindness can turn a rocky situation into a heartwarming celebration.

From the publisher

Whale and Snail prepare for Quail’s birthday in the fourth book in the Level 2 Ready-to-Read series about friendship from award-winning author Erica S. Perl! It’s almost Quail’s birthday! Snail and Whale want to give rocks to Quail as gifts, but they both pick out the same one. First, they get angry. Then, they find a way to give rocks, and kindness, to their friend. More than any gift, Quail wants peace and quiet to read!

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Reading age
5–7
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
~510L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
October 14, 2025
Publisher
Simon Spotlight
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781665956765

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