Storm whale is a series of stories, which talks about the main protagonist Noi and his relationship with his father and how he longed for a friend. This series has two stories and they are so heartwarming and talks about an important trait to young children. The storm whale Read and Create is a personal blog, featuring children's literature and the play, crafts, outings and food inspired by stories.

From that moment Noi and his dad started spending more time together and Noi enjoyed every moment he spent with his dad. A beautiful ending to this heartwarming story. Noi and his dad spending time together. Whales are sometimes kept in captivity. Plan and carry out a debate to discuss the different points of view surrounding this issue. Fiction story or non-fiction book, the curious mind will always find questions and we should be prepared to answer them at any time.Age 3-7 The Storm Whale is a story about a lonely boy called Noi. The son of a hardworking fisherman, Noi spends a great deal of time on his own. One day he finds a stranded baby whale on the beach. Can he keep the whale at home? He would love the companionship. The story explores his dilemma and what happens when his father finds a whale in the bath. This is a beautifully illustrated appealing story about being lonely and taking responsibility. It could lead to broader discussions about issues such as animal welfare. Give your child a simple folded paper book. They could pretend they are Noi and write their diary in it – telling how he found the whale and took it home. Make up a story Noi’s dad is sorry that no-one was around to help Noi care for the little whale and he realises how lonely Noi is, at home all day. He resolves to put things right, so together they row the little whale out to sea and return him to where he belongs. It is hard to say goodbye to the whale but having Dad by his side makes it easier. Noi is a little boy who is often left alone when his father goes out on his boat to fish. One day after a storm, Noi goes out exploring along the beach. He finds a baby whale. He knows the baby whale needs to be in the water, so he takes it home and places it in the bathtub. Afraid his father will be angry, Noi is able to keep his whale a secret. But the secret is soon found out. Dad is not angry. He realizes his little boy is lonely. Father and son return the whale to the sea. The next morning, they are at the breakfast table together. They even go for a picnic by the sea.

My grandad was big influence on me when I was growing up — I think he was responsible for giving me a love of books and the natural world. Things to make and do Play the story Imagine you and your child are Noi and his dad. Have an imaginary conversation after Dad comes home and finds a whale in the bath. It would be fun for your child to play the grown up while you are the child. Make a soundscape of a stormy sea Benji describes the book as being like the journey home; just as Storm Whale takes us out to sea, the sequel carries us home, as we find that Noi’s kind deed to the little whale was never forgotten. heartwarming story of family and friendship with striking artwork that perfectly captures the seaside world." – The Big Issue Nostalgic and gentle, this book is beautifully crafted, with filmic, sometimes panoramic illustrations and a plot line that will give the reader goosebumps (in a good way) — so strong is the message and sense of there being a true friendship between boy and whale.REVIEW: I / ஐ by Ramya - Sethuram - Nathan Reading Journey on REVIEW: வடை போச்சே /Vadai Pochae by Ramya – Sethuraman Look at the silhouette pictures on the inside covers. Could you create similar pictures based on whales or other animals?