Narwhal: Unicorn of the Sea

Smithsonian's Oceanic Collection

by Janet Halfmann

Narwhal stays close to land as he swims through the Arctic bay. Even with the protection of his long horn, he is not safe from predators. Will Narwhal escape from a pod of killer whales, polar bears and dangerous ice drifts on his journey to his winter home in the sea? Children can find out as this thrilling adventure unfolds! Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Unicorn of the Sea is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations.Book An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- 32 pages- Appropriate for 3-9- Hardcover 12 x 8 3/4 inches

Genres: Animals, Childrens

32 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2008

About the author

Janet Halfmann is a multi-award-winning children’s author who strives to make her books come alive for young readers and listeners. Many of her picture books are about animals, nature, and community. She also writes picture book biographies about little-known people of achievement. Recent titles by Janet include How Can We Be Kind?: Wisdom from the Animal Kingdom; Caterpillar's Surprise; Yay for Big Brothers!; Who Is Singing?; The Clothesline Code; A Bobby-Dazzler of a Pouch!; The Story of Civil War Hero Robert Smalls (Chapter Book for Grades 3-7); Midnight Teacher: Lilly Ann Granderson and Her Secret School; Grandma Is a Slowpoke; Animal Teachers; Eggs 1, 2, 3: Who Will the Babies Be?; Home in the Cave; Star of the Sea: A Day in the Life of a Starfish; Good Night, Little Sea Otter; Fur and Feathers; Little Skink's Tail; and Seven Miles to Freedom: The Robert Smalls Story. Janet has written almost fifty fiction and nonfiction books for children.

Before becoming a children’s author, Janet was a daily newspaper reporter, children’s magazine editor, and a creator of coloring and activity books for Golden Books. She is the mother of four and the grandmother of seven. When Janet isn’t writing, she enjoys gardening, exploring nature, visiting living-history museums, and spending time with her family. She grew up on a farm in Michigan and now lives in WI. Find out more about Janet and her books at:
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Reviews

[Mr. Cody · Rating 4 out of 5]

The realistic, kinda nostalgic artwork lends itself to a very earnest and simple story.

[Dr. Cheryl S. Vanatti]

Read my thoughts over on Reading Rumpus: https://www.readingrumpus.com/2009/04... and https://www.readingrumpus.com/2009/04...

[N_hannahkang · Rating 2 out of 5]

this is my NONPRINT option for this week - I am listening to the CD.