My Friend Whale

A beautifully tender picture book about a young boy who becomes friends with a gentle blue whale. Night after night, they swim together and share deep conversations. But when the whale stops coming, the boy is left missing his friend and reflecting on its absence. The story blends imaginative storytelling with poignant ecological awareness.

Key Features

• Evocative ink-and-watercolor illustrations that beautifully depict the ocean and its giant inhabitant

• Intertwines a touching friendship narrative with factual tidbits about blue whales (such as their size, lack of teeth, breath-holding, and sensory adaptations)

• Gently introduces children to themes of friendship, loss, and endangered species without overwhelming them

• Compact 32-page paperback—ideal for shared readings and classroom settings

• First published in 1991 and reissued as a 2003 paperback edition by Candlewick Press