About This Book
This engaging non-fiction chapter book provides a comprehensive introduction to whales, dolphins, and porpoises for primary school children aged 4-11. With vibrant illustrations, it delves into key topics such as their biology, migratory patterns, and ecological roles in the Southern Ocean. Parents will appreciate its clear explanations of complex concepts like echolocation and animal communication, as well as its helpful pictorial guide for classifying different species. It's an excellent resource for sparking curiosity about marine life and supporting early science learning.
Colourfully illustrated reference for primary school children. Provides information about the biology, migration, and ecology of mammals of the Southern Ocean. Discusses topics such as echolocation, communication and whale strandings, and also provides a pictorial guide to whale and dolphin classification. By the author of 'Curious Creatures of Australia'.
Discussion Prompts
1
What was the most surprising fact you learned about whales or dolphins?
2
How do whales use echolocation to find food and navigate?
3
Why do you think it's important to protect marine animals like whales and dolphins?
4
If you could ask a dolphin one question, what would it be?
5
What are some ways we can help keep the ocean healthy for these animals?
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