"Waiting for the Whales" by Ron Lightburn tells the enchanting story of a young boy who dreams of encountering the majestic whales that swim off the coast of his small fishing village. As he patiently awaits their arrival, the boy’s imagination ignites with visions of these gentle giants gliding through the ocean depths. He learns from the local fishermen and his wise grandmother about the lore and beauty of the whales, deepening his connection to nature. Ultimately, the story is a heartfelt exploration of anticipation, the wonders of the sea, and the bonds that form between family, community, and the natural world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children in preschool-kindergarten.

This book has been graded for interest at 3-5 years.

This book was published in 2015 by Orca Book Publishers .

Ainslie Manson is the author of ten books for children, two biographies, and two chapter books for nine- to thirteen-year-olds. She has lived, studied, and worked in Montreal, Quebec; London, England; and the United States. She now lives in West Vancouver, British Columbia. Ron Lightburn is the Governor General's Award-winning illustrator of Waiting for the Whales . His artwork has graced the covers of more than 60 books. Ron and his partner, Sandra, live in Nova Scotia's Annapolis Valley.