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The Snail and the Whale

By Julia Donaldson
Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

By Julia Donaldson
Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

By Julia Donaldson

By Julia Donaldson

By Julia Donaldson
Read by Imelda Staunton

By Julia Donaldson
Read by Imelda Staunton

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Paperback $8.99

Apr 06, 2006 | ISBN 9780142405802 | 3-7 years

Hardcover $18.99

Mar 30, 2004 | ISBN 9780803729223 | 3-7 years

Audiobook Download $5.00

Jun 22, 2021 | 23 Minutes | 3-7 years

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    About The Snail and the Whale

    From the creators behind The Gruffalo is a delightful tale of adventure and friendship with Julia Donaldson’s trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler’s brilliant, characterful illustrations—a perfect gift for any special occasion

    When a tiny snail meets a humpback whale, the two travel together to far-off lands. It’s a dream come true for the snail, who has never left home before. But when the whale swims too close to shore, will the snail be able to save her new friend?

    About The Snail and the Whale

    When a tiny snail meets a humpback whale, the two travel together to far-off lands.  It’s a dream come true for the snail, who has never left home before.  But when the whale swims too close to shore, will the snail be able to save her new friend?

    From the creators of Room on the Broom and The Gruffalo comes this touching tale of adventure and friendship.  With vibrant illustrations and rhymes that are both playful and lyrical, here is a story that shows us that even the smallest creatures can help others in a big way.

    About The Snail and the Whale

    From the creators behind The Gruffalo is a delightful tale of adventure and friendship with Julia Donaldson’s trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler’s brilliant, characterful illustrations—a perfect gift for any special occasion

    When a tiny snail meets a humpback whale, the two travel together to far-off lands. It’s a dream come true for the snail, who has never left home before. But when the whale swims too close to shore, will the snail be able to save her new friend?

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    About Julia Donaldson

    Julia Donaldson is one of today’s best-loved children’s authors. She was the UK Children’s Laureate 2011–2013 and has written more than 100 books for children, including the international bestsellers The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom. Her books have received numerous awards, including the… More about Julia Donaldson

    About Axel Scheffler

    Axel Scheffler was born in Hamburg, West Germany, and moved to England when he was 25 years old. After graduating from the Bath Academy of Art, he launched his illustrator career, and has achieved worldwide acclaim for his lively and engaging children’s book… More about Axel Scheffler

    About Julia Donaldson

    Julia Donaldson is one of today’s best-loved children’s authors. She was the UK Children’s Laureate 2011–2013 and has written more than 100 books for children, including the international bestsellers The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom. Her books have received numerous awards, including the… More about Julia Donaldson

    About Julia Donaldson

    Julia Donaldson is one of today’s best-loved children’s authors. She was the UK Children’s Laureate 2011–2013 and has written more than 100 books for children, including the international bestsellers The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom. Her books have received numerous awards, including the… More about Julia Donaldson

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Paperback | $8.99
    Published by Puffin Books
    Apr 06, 2006 | 32 Pages | 11 x 9-7/8 | 3-7 years | ISBN 9780142405802

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Hardcover | $18.99
    Published by Dial Books
    Mar 30, 2004 | 32 Pages | 9-4/5 x 11 | 3-7 years | ISBN 9780803729223

    Category: Children’s Books | Audiobooks

    Audiobook Download | $5.00
    Published by Listening Library
    Jun 22, 2021 | 23 Minutes | 3-7 years | ISBN 9780593417812
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    “Along with providing a resonant environmental message, the story lightly demonstrates that friendships come in all shapes and sizes.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review

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