Whales

By Seymour Simon

Book Overview

Whales are among the biggest creatures that have ever lived on our planet. Some whales grow bigger than one hundred feet long and can weigh as much as fifty cars or more. They are huge, majestic creatures, yet we rarely ever lay eyes on them. Acclaimed science writer Seymour Simon introduces you to one of the world's truly amazing animals. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.

Seymour Simon knows how to explain science to kids and make it fun. He was a teacher for more than twenty years, has written more than 250 books, and has won multiple awards.

This book includes an author's note, glossary, and index and supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0060877111
• ISBN13: 9780060877118
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 9.5" x 9.9"
• Age Range: 6 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 5

Customer Reviews

Whale lovers???

I purchased this book for my 7 yr. old step-son who is completely infactuated with Whales. He loved this book. There is a lot of reading which would require some parental help, but it's very informative with lots of pics. He went through this book over and over. Great buy for all the whale lovers!

Very Good Information About Whales

I really like this book because it has a whole lot of information. I like to collect information animal books. That's why I chose this book. Also, I want to become a scientist that studies animals because I'm always studying animals. That's why I like this book. I don't think without knowing what animals do, eat, and how you can take good care of one if they are sick.

My 4thgraders enjoyed the various facts on whales

Great ideas cool facts we read this orallly in class the facts are easy to remember and summarizeyou have super pictures