About BC Books Online
BC Books Online was created for anyone interested in BC-published books, and with librarians especially in mind. We'd like to make it easy for library staff to learn about books from BC publishers - both new releases and backlist titles - so you can inform your patrons and keep your collections up to date.
Our site features print books and ebooks - both new releases and backlist titles - all of which are available to order through regular trade channels. Browse our subject categories to find books of interest or create and export lists by category to cross-reference with your library's current collection.
A quick tip: When reviewing the "Browse by Category" listings, please note that these are based on standardized BISAC Subject Codes supplied by the books' publishers. You will find additional selections, grouped by theme or region, in our "BC Reading Lists."
Description
A Whale’s World follows a pod of spy-hopping orcas as they explore the ecosystems of the Great Bear Sea while hunting for their next meal.
Past rocky shores and through kelp forests, they observe foraging wolves, hungry grizzly bears, curious black bears, graceful fin whales, splashing porpoises, slippery seals and other members of the Pacific coastal food web. The book gives readers a fun introduction to the many ways that marine and land animals interact with their environments and with each other.
Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
- Age:
- 6 to 8
- Grade:
- 1 to 3
- Reading age:
- 6 to 8
Awards
- Commended, CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens
Editorial Reviews
"Eye-catching images…Another attractive nature book."
— Kirkus Reviews
"A Whale's World adds another aspect to the interest in and understanding of this environment allowing the reader to see how each component of the community is integrated into the whole. Definitely worth adding to the collection for a complete picture. Highly Recommended."
— CM: Canadian Review of Materials
“Beautifully illustrated with Ian’s wildlife photography, this book is suitable for elementary school classrooms.”
— Canadian Teacher Magazine
"Enthralling…Highly recommended for both school and public libraries as well as a gift for any child…Would be a welcome addition to any study unit about the natural environment, the food chain, and the interconnectivity within ecosystems."
— Resource Links
“Provides a serviceable starting point for young readers studying the region.”
— The Horn Book
