Whales
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Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 1989 · Est. 18 min read-aloud

Whales

By Seymour Simon

Part of the Smithsonian-science series

Dive into the mysterious world of whales and their oceanic lives.

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40 pages· 2,240 words· Est. 18 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Explore the majestic world of whales, uncovering their unique physical traits, intriguing habits, and the vast oceanic environments they call home. What secrets do these gentle giants hold beneath the waves?

From the publisher

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various species of whales.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1989)
At a glance
Format
Pages
40
Words
2,240
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~860L
Themes & topics
Books about whalesBooks about marine lifeBooks about animalsBooks about mammalsBooks about oceanography
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.5
F&P level
~T
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
59931
Publication
Published
August 1, 1989
First published
January 1, 1989
Publisher
Ty Crowell Co
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780690047561

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