A Whale of a Tale : a deep children's picture poem
Overview
A Whale of a Tale: a deep children's picture poem is a beautifully illustrated children's picture poem for ages 3-7, designed for reading aloud, sharing, and returning to again and again. Set in a coastal world of whales, tides, and human life by the sea, the story follows a great whale drawn toward shore by a mysterious sound. A coastal community gathers as ocean and people meet in a moment of ceremony, gratitude, and connection.
Written in flowing, rhythmic verse, the poem moves through playful ocean life, the whale's journey, and a quiet unfolding of events along the shoreline. The tone is gentle, imaginative, and reflective-inviting young readers into a world where nature and people are closely connected. The illustrations create a vivid, immersive ocean world that supports the rhythm of the poem and draws children into the story as it is read aloud.
Perfect for children who love:
* whales and ocean animals
* bedtime read-aloud stories
* rhythmic, musical poetry
* nature and sea life
* calm, thoughtful picture books
While the story is primarily a gentle ocean journey, it may also open space for questions about nature, change, and the wider world. For families who wish to explore those conversations further, a companion guide for parents A Whale of a Tale: guide for grown-ups is also available in the series.
A Whale of a Tale is a unique ocean poem to be spoken aloud, shared between generations, and experienced slowly like the tide.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781067288013
- ISBN-10: 1067288015
- Publisher: Christopher Giles Moore
- Publish Date: June 2026
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 11 x 0.31 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.08 pounds
- Page Count: 60
- Reading Level: Ages 3-7
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