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Why the whales came

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This is an exciting adventure and friendship story by a much-loved, award winning author.

Gracie and her friend, Daniel have always been warned to stay away from the Birdman and his side of the island.

But then, they find a message in the sand and discover the Birdman is not who they thought.

They build up a lovely friendship with him, but when the children get stranded on Samson Island they don't know whether to believe the birdman's story that the island is cursed.

Set on a remote island against the backdrop of World War I, this story will captivate and delight young readers.

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Product Details
Farshore
140522925X / 9781405229258
Paperback / softback
823.914
09/03/2017
United Kingdom
English
179 pages : maps (black and white)
20 cm
general Learn More
Quiz No: 201464, Points 6.00, Book Level 5.20,
Middle Years - Key Stage 2 Learn More
Reprint. Originally published: London: Heinemann, 1985.