whales

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whales

The whale

2004
A family of animals that lives in a lighthouse helps a lost baby beluga whale find his mother.

Humphrey the lost whale

a true story
1992
Describes how a migrating humpback whale mistakenly entered the San Francisco Bay in 1985 and swam sixty-four miles inland before being led back to the sea by people concerned for his welfare.

Moby Dick

2010
Graphic novel adaptation of Captain Ahab's pursuit of the "Great White Whale.".

The plight of the whales

1989
Discusses how whales have become endangered and the activities of conservation groups.

Warriors of the rainbow

a chronicle of the Greenpeace movement
1979

100 things you should know about whales & dolphins

2011
Collects one hundred facts about whales and dolphins, describing their diet, physical characteristics, behaviors and abilities, and other related topics. Includes illustrations, cartoons, quizzes, and activities.

Whales

1997
Discusses the physical features, social behavior, swimming and breathing techniques, communication, migration, and other facets of whales.

Jean Laffite and the big ol' whale

2003
When a huge white whale gets stuck between the banks of the Mississippi River causing the water to stop flowing, Jean Laffite finds a way to get the river moving again.

Moby Dick

1984
A simple retelling of the story of Ishmael, a young seaman who joins the crew of the fanatical Captain Ahab in pursuit of the white whale Moby Dick.

A closer look at whales and dolphins

1985
Color illustrations, text, and diagrams introduce whales and dolphins and describe their behavior.

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