Here Come the Humpbacks! - Softcover

Sayre, April Pulley

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1580894062 ISBN 13: 9781580894067

Publisher: Charlesbridge, 2013

Synopsis

In this latest book by acclaimed science writer April Pulley Sayre, young readers follow along as a mother humpback whale and her calf make their annual trek from the warm waters of the Caribbean to their summer feeding grounds off the coast of New England and back again. Within this extraordinary story of migration, Sayre provides information about how humpback whales breathe, sing, and how they got their name—a secondary layer of text expands upon the more intricate details.

But aside from the basics about the humpback whale species, HERE COME THE HUMPBACKS! also delves into the dangers these whales face—from other mammals and sea life such as hungry orcas, to man-made threats like pollution and giant ships.

Jamie Hogan’s stunning, rich pastel illustrations complement Sayre’s text beautifully, and make this book a great choice for a read-aloud in the classroom, library, or at home.

About this title

About the Author:

April Pulley Sayre is the award-winning author of dozens of books, including MEET THE HOWLERS!; TURTLE, TURTLE, WATCH OUT!; and ONE IS A SNAIL, TEN IS A CRAB, an ALA Notable Book. She lives in South Bend, Indiana.

Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.:

Flippers paddle. Flukes push. In every ocean on Earth, humpback whales swim.

About this edition

• Publisher: Charlesbridge
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1580894062
• ISBN 13: 9781580894067
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 40
• Illustrator: Hogan Jamie