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This book poetically talks about the life of whales. The author does a wonderful job personifying the whales. I will use this book to teach personification to my students. ( )

A book that shares the various species of one of the most mysterious creatures. I personally liked the simple illustrations created by Rylant. I also liked the inclusion of various species of whales/ ( )

This story tells about the lives of whales, swimming, feeling, and exploring the oceans of the world. Whales are intelligent creatures who are capable of loving their families and singing songs. But they can't smell.

This book incorporates human emotions into the story of the whales as well as real facts about whales and their migratory trips, where they live, and the songs they sing. It takes you on a short journey using sea sponge acrylic paintings done by the illustrator/author. This book would be an excellent tool to discuss whales and other sea creatures as well as introduce unique sponge painting art. "The Whales" is a fantasy children's book. ( )