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Where land becomes sky and the sky becomes sea,
I first saw the whale and the whale first saw me...
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So begins a lyrical journey of wonder and discovery and a very special friendship. But it is also a journey that brings us an important message that the whale wants us to hear, if we are willing to listen.
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The Tale of the Whale is beautifully illustrated by Padmacandra and published in the UK by Scallywag Press.
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‘Not since The Snowman has a journey conjured so much sheer joy, connection and imagination… empowering and positive, a book that explores our connection with the natural world, text and images working beautifully together.' BOOKS FOR KEEPS
A rolling, rhyming text that scans and richly textured images celebrate the sea through a child’s lyrical journey on the back of a whale. With a concluding call to arms about clearing the ‘plastic soup’. THE SUNDAY TIMES CULTURE MAGAZINE
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'A beautifully illustrated and sensitive story that will inspire younger children to consider the environment.' SCHOOL READING LIST
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'The illustrations are stunning bringing the diverse life found in our oceans to life for the reader; there is a sense of wonder and exploration on every page.'
'Words and pictures work in perfect harmony.'
Shortlisted for the North Somerset Teacher's Book Award 2021
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Shortlisted for the Spark! School Book Awards 2022
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Winner of the Derby Book Festival Children's Picture Book Award 2022
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Shortlisted for the Klaus Flugge Prize 2022
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Shortlisted for the Singapore ISLN Red Dot Book Award
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