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The Snail and the Whale

Name: The Snail and the Whale
ISBN: 9780142405802

By Julia Donaldson

rhyming · heartwarming · adventurous · uplifting

Genres

Animals Adventure Friendship and Family

What is The Snail and the Whale about?

Join a tiny snail with a big dream as she hitches a ride on the tail of a friendly humpback whale. Together, they travel to distant lands, seeing towering icebergs, fiery volcanoes, and shimmering seas. But when trouble strikes, can the smallest creature of all save her giant friend? A heartwarming rhyming adventure about courage, friendship, and exploring the world.

About the author

Julia Donaldson is a much-loved British author who has written many popular books for children. She is best known for creating 'The Gruffalo', a story about a clever mouse and a big, friendly monster. Julia often works with illustrator Axel Scheffler, and together they have made lots of fun and imaginative stories for everyone to enjoy.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2006

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