Following Papa's Song by Gianna Marino - ISBN: 9780670013159
Hardcover
A whale’s journey of love, wonder, and a father’s guiding song.

Following Papa's Song

  • Hardcover

    40 pages

  • Release Date

    3 April 2014

Summary

The creator of Meet Me at the Moon and Too Tall Houses brings us another moving tale of love and family, this time between a papa whale and a baby whale.

“Papa?” asked Little Blue. “Are we going very far?”

“Yes, Little Blue. We will travel farther than we have ever gone before.”

As two whales swim together through the big ocean, Little Blue has many questions for Papa, especially ones about the long migration. How will they know the way? Will he be ab…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780670013159
ISBN-10:0670013153
Author:Gianna Marino
Publisher:Penguin USA
Imprint:Viking Books for Young Readers
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:40
Release Date:3 April 2014
Weight:459g
Dimensions:248mm x 287mm x 9mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

PRAISE FOR FOLLOWING PAPA’S SONG:

”…exuberant and gorgeous…” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

”…a heartwarming reminder of how children learn to trust and listen for papas’ songs in our lives.” —School Library Journal, starred review

“This beautifully executed book about the bond between father and child that can be as deep as the darkest sea and powerful enough to help navigate in times of trouble will resonate with readers both young and old.” —Kirkus, starred review

“A gorgeous, comforting book that provides a lovely counterpoint to Marino’s Meet Me at the Moon (2012).” —Booklist


PRAISE FOR GIANNA’S FIRST BOOK, MEET ME AT THE MOON:

“Marino’s breathtaking panoramas make an already powerful story sing.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“The textured mixed-media art paired with the flowing text elevates this title above most missing-mama fare … Radiating warmth and comfort, this distinguished title strikes home.” —Kirkus, starred review

“Heartfelt and sincere, yet never cloying, this will work well one on one or in story hours.” —Booklist


PRAISE FOR GIANNA’S SECOND BOOK, TOO TALL HOUSES:

“The animals are full of heartfelt emotions, from anger and frustration to happy contentment…This story about friendship and togetherness contains a great lesson without being didactic or moralizing and should be welcome in most collections.” —School Library Journal, starred review

“The well-turned, dialogue-rich narrative complements the sunny visuals, making this an excellent choice for one-on-one or group read-alouds…Another winner for rising star Marino.” —Kirkus, starred review

“…a story of friendship that youngsters can understand and relate to.” —Library Media Connection

About The Author

Gianna Marino

Gianna Marino spent her early years galloping horses through Golden Gate Park and writing stories of her adventures. She has traveled throughout the world and now lives in Northern California, where she writes and illustrates full time.

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