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Crab and Snail: The Invisible Whale

A Graphic Novel
Series: Crab and Snail
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Crab and Snail: The Invisible Whale is a delightful story about the friendship between a curious crab and a wise snail. As they explore their vibrant beach setting, they encounter the mystery of an elusive and invisible whale. Through their adventure, they learn valuable lessons about patience, perception, and the power of imagination, making it an engaging read for children.
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You might like this charming children's book if you enjoy tales of friendship and adventure set by the seaside. Filled with vibrant illustrations and gentle humour, it's perfect for young readers who love stories about marine life and making new friends.

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Join Crab and Snail in the surf zone, where they think deep thoughts and have unforgettable seaside adventures, in this graphic early reader series debut by New York Times bestselling author Beth Ferry and beloved illustrator Jared Chapman.

The never-ending rain is putting a damper on Crab and Snail’s plans for a sunny, funny day. So when the BBFs (Best Beach Friends) realise that it’s only raining on them, they put their heads together and consult one know-it-all gull (he really does know it all!) to get to the bottom of it. By the time the rain clears, the duo will have made a new friend and learned something new and wonderful about friendship!

Crab and Snail: The Invisible Whale introduces readers to what will surely become everyone’s next favourite characters in the graphic early reader space. Fans of Narwhal & Jelly; Pea, Bee, & Jay; and Arlo & Pips will love these quirky characters and clever stories.

"A character-based volume that reads like a cross between SpongeBob SquarePants and The Muppet Show.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Series: Crab and Snail

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  • Crab and Snail: The Evil Eel
    Crab and Snail: The Evil Eel is the third unforgettable seaside adventure in the graphic early reader series by New York Times bestselling author Beth Ferry and illustrator Jared Chapman. In this thrilling tale, Crab must save Snail from Evil Eel’s curse. The Evil Eel is so evil that making narwhals cry is one of her favourite hobbies. So evil,...
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  • Crab and Snail: The Invisible Whale
    Join Crab and Snail in the surf zone, where they think deep thoughts and have unforgettable seaside adventures, in this graphic early reader series debut by New York Times bestselling author Beth Ferry and beloved illustrator Jared Chapman. The never-ending rain is putting a damper on Crab and Snail’s plans for a sunny, funny day. So when the BBFs (Best...
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  • Crab and Snail: The Tidal Pool of Cool
    Crab and Snail: The Tidal Pool of Cool follows Crab and Snail on a mission to be cooler than cool in their second unforgettable seaside adventure. This graphic early reader series is brought to you by New York Times bestselling author Beth Ferry and beloved illustrator Jared Chapman. Starfish is pointy-perfect, so wow to the wow! Her tidal pool is...
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The book Crab and Snail: The Invisible Whale by Beth Ferry is praised for its delightful blend of humour and charm, often compared to the whimsical style of SpongeBob SquarePants and The Muppet Show. Reviewers highlight its engaging characters and witty dialogue, with visual appeal that captures the interest of young readers. It is noted for its effective combination of Beth Ferry’s storytelling and Jared Chapman’s illustrations, making it an enjoyable read for children.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780062962140

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 May 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperAlley

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jared Chapman

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 143g

Pages: 64

About the Author

Beth Ferry has never met an invisible whale - at least she doesn't think she has. She lives near the beach in New Jersey where she has met many a crab and snail, some super smart seagulls and more barnacles than she can count. Beth and her family love nothing more than walking along the seashore, looking for interesting and wondrous things. In addition to writing books about the beach, Beth enjoys writing about friendship, nice dreams and scarecrows. You can learn more at bethferry.com. Jared Chapman is the author and illustrator of books such as Vegetables in Underwear; T-Rex Time Machine; and Steve, Raised by Wolves. When he isn't at the beach looking for invisible sea life, Jared lives with his wife and four kids in Northeast Texas. Visit him online at www.jaredchapman.com and at @jaredchapman.

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