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Calling the Whales

By Jasbinder Bilan
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Calling the Whales by Jasbinder Bilan is a captivating tale about a girl's magical connection to the natural world, particularly whales. Set along the rugged coast, the story explores themes of hope, belonging, and the importance of family and community, woven with an enchanting mix of adventure and heartfelt moments. Perfectly suited for young readers, this book beautifully blends fantasy and reality.
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This enchanting children's story invites you to journey alongside captivating characters, immersing you in themes of adventure, the magic of nature, and heartfelt connections. You'll be drawn to its vivid storytelling and the compelling way it encourages young readers to explore the wonders of the world and the importance of environmental conservation. If you cherish books with an underlying message and imaginative narrative, this might just be the perfect read.

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Calling the Whales

When a majestic whale is stranded near their Scottish hometown, Tulsi and Satchen must summon all their courage to save it in this thrilling adventure from Jasbinder Bilan.

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When a majestic whale is stranded near their Scottish hometown, Tulsi and Satchen must summon all their courage to save it in this thrilling adventure from award-winning author Jasbinder Bilan.

After rowing out to an island near their seaside home, Tulsi and Satchen discover a whale that has been trapped in a fishing net. Determined to try to free the poor creature, they repeatedly dive down into the freezing sea to cut the netting, but eventually, exhausted and with a storm rolling in, they have to admit defeat.

As they head for home to seek help, their boat capsizes in the storm and they’re left clinging to it, dangerously adrift. Just as they think all is lost, help arrives from an unexpected source …

Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

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Calling the Whales by Jasbinder Bilan is praised for its powerful narrative that resonates deeply with readers who value and are concerned about the protection of the natural world.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800901803

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Skylar White
  • Illustrated by Skylar White

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 140g

Pages: 80

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jasbinder Bilan Young Adult

About the Author

Award-winning author Jasbinda loves writing stories inspired by her childhood bond with her grandmother in India. Her first book, Asha & the Spirit Bird won the Costa Children's Book Award 2017, which Jasbinda followed with Tamarind & The Star of Ishta, winning the Indie Children's Book Award 2021.

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