{"title":"Kirsten Pendreigh","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirsten Pendreigh\u003c\/strong\u003e creates enchanting stories that captivate young readers with whimsical charm and gentle humour. Her books often explore themes of friendship, curiosity, and the wonders of the natural world, inviting children to engage their imaginations and discover life’s simple joys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of heartwarming tales, \u003cem\u003eMaybe a Whale\u003c\/em\u003e and other works by Pendreigh offer delightful narratives that balance playful adventures with thoughtful moments. These stories encourage a sense of wonder and kindness, making them ideal companions for early readers and storytime alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"maybe-a-whale-by-kirsten-pendreigh-9781773066646","title":"Maybe a Whale","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAge range 3 to 6\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter Grandpa dies, a girl and her mother take the trip he had planned for her, kayaking along the Pacific west coast to look for the whales that he loved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe trip will do them good, Mum says, but the girl isn't sure. How can that be true when Grandpa isn't there? And how will they find a whale in all that water, anyway?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere is so much to see as they paddle through white-tipped waves and calm coves: glowing moon jellies, fluttering anemones, and slippery seals. All the while, the girl watches for whales. Could one be swimming beneath their kayak or along the shore of their camp? Are the whales even there?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, in the dark of night, they hear them - \u003cem\u003epushhhhhhhh, pushhhhhhh\u003c\/em\u003e - humpbacks breathing in the bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this lyrical story, luminously illustrated by Crystal Smith, mum and daughter find the space to grieve Grandpa and reconnect with each other in the wild beauty of nature. And they come to realise that - perhaps like whales - those we've loved are always with us, even if we don't see them anymore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47486841127148,"sku":"9781773066646","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/c27d7a9e81a18beafb3806cc93ca8f2f.jpg?v=1775778665"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kirsten-pendreigh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}