The Big Birthday for Blue Whale by Jane Hlavaty is a wonderful story about Hank and his whale friends. Hank is a blue whale while his friends are made up of a variety of whales.

The story starts during Hank’s birthday. What happens when one’s happiest day suddenly turns into a dreadful day because one friend is in danger?

Almost every child can relate to the importance of a birthday celebration. Their interest will immediately be captured by the plot of the story. They will be introduced to Hank’s whale friends and they will join them as they try to rescue a friend who failed to show up for the party.

Children can learn so much from this educational book. There are so many things to discover about the different kinds of whales. They will learn about what they look like and how they behave. Even at an early age, they can appreciate these beautiful creatures that need our protection and care.

Aside from learning about whales, young ones will also learn about protecting the environment. This book will be a good channel of information about the harmful practices that can be prevented to preserve the earth’s ecological balance.

The illustrations of this book are so adorable that children will find it a joy to read every page of it! Even after reading the book, they would love to turn its pages over and over so that they can immerse themselves in Hank’s whimsical world.

Parents and children can spend an enjoyable time reading this book together. It is an opportunity to teach children not only about caring for other creatures but also about what friendship is all about.

Through Hank and his friends, the young ones can learn what teamwork means. They will appreciate the gifts that one can use to help others in one’s special way.

I recommend this book to young ones who love reading about whales and other kinds of sea creatures. It is a fun-filled book that’s very educational and inspiring at the same time!

This book review was first published on Reedsy Discovery.