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Books in Whales series

  • Bowhead Whales

    Kristin Petrie

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Sept. 1, 2005)
    Whales are among the largest animals on earth. How amazing that a big whale can jump out of the water and fly over the rope at the water park! Readers learn about the many types of whales and how to identify them.
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  • Gray Whales

    John F. Prevost

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 1995)
    Describes the charateristics and behavior of gray whales, and looks at the experience of whale watching
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  • Sperm Whales

    Megan M Gunderson

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 2010)
    Dive into Earth's oceans and discover the world of the sperm whale! Stunning, full-color photos show these large-headed whales above water and below. A range map reveals where these special sea creatures can be found. A labeled diagram helps readers identify flukes, flippers, and more. The sperm whale's size, habitat, senses, threats, diet, reproduction, and unique behaviors are also introduced. Plus, find out about the spermaceti organ that gives these whales their name. Learn about the long, deep dives sperm whales are capable of, and discover how they communicate. A facts page, bolded glossary terms, and an index support the engaging, easy-to-read chapter text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • The Humpback Whales

    John F. Prevost

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 1995)
    Introduces characteristics, habitat, and behaviors of the Humpback whale.
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  • Blue Whales

    John F. Prevost

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 1995)
    Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the largest animal on earth, the blue whale.
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  • Humpback Whales

    Megan M Gunderson

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 2010)
    Dive into Earth's oceans and discover the world of the humpback whale! Stunning, full-color photos show these beautiful whales above water and below. A range map reveals where these special sea creatures can be found. A labeled diagram helps readers identify flukes, flippers, and more. The humpback whale's size, habitat, senses, threats, diet, reproduction, and unique behaviors are also introduced. Plus, find out about the interesting way these baleen whales feed and the sounds and songs that make them famous. A facts page, bolded glossary terms, and an index support the engaging, easy-to-read chapter text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • Fin Whales

    Kristin Petrie

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Sept. 1, 2005)
    Whales are among the largest animals on earth. How amazing that a big whale can jump out of the water and fly over the rope at the water park! Readers learn about the many types of whales and how to identify them.
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  • Beluga Whales

    John F. Prevost

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 1995)
    Describes the characteristics and behavior of the white whale, including the care of their young
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  • Sperm Whales

    John F. Prevost

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 1995)
    Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and food habits of sperm whales.
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  • Killer Whales

    Megan M. Gunderson

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 2010)
    Dive into Earth's oceans and discover the world of the killer whale! Stunning, full-color photos show these black-and-white whales above water and below. A range map reveals where these special sea creatures can be found. A labeled diagram helps readers identify flukes, flippers, and more. The killer whale's size, habitat, senses, threats, diet, reproduction, and unique behaviors are also introduced. Plus, find out how fast these speedy cetaceans swim and what they do to communicate. A facts page, bolded glossary terms, and an index support the engaging, easy-to-read chapter text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • Killer Whales

    John F. Prevost

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 1995)
    Describes the characteristics and behavior of the orca, or killer whale, including the care of their young
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  • Gray Whales

    Megan M. Gunderson

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 2010)
    Dive into Earth's oceans and discover the world of the gray whale! Stunning, full-color photos show these barnacle-covered whales above water and below. A range map reveals where these special sea creatures can be found. A labeled diagram helps readers identify flukes, flippers, and more. The gray whale's size, habitat, senses, threats, diet, reproduction, and unique behaviors are also introduced. Plus, find out about the interesting way these baleen whales feed and learn how far they migrate. A facts page, bolded glossary terms, and an index support the engaging, easy-to-read chapter text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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