Tomoko Ohmura is a graduate of Palette Club School and the author of The Most Amazing Shopping Trip (winner of the 3rd Pinpoint Picture Book Competition). She is the illustrator of Tell Me Your Story, Papa; A Gift from Mr. Buffalo; the Captain Ship series; and Field Day. She lives in Tokyo.
Best of 2013 Selection, Kirkus Reviews
Longlisted for the ALSC Notable Children's Books List, 2013
Named to the Pennsylvania Center for the Book's 2014 Baker's Dozen
List This Japanese import supports concept learning on multiple
levels, from counting and animals (including predator-prey
relationships) to delayed gratification, and the wealth of
storytelling detail on each double-page spread rewards repeat
viewing. But in the end, that's all gravy: this book is fun. Who
wouldn't want a ride on this whale of a good time?
Horn Book, August 1, 2013 Totally engaging, the book offers
multiple forms of participation...it's a whale of a fun ride!
Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW, May 15, 2013 This is a tale rich
with opportunities for learning. Preschoolers will enjoy counting,
noting relative sizes, and naming the animals; slightly older
children will appreciate reading the witty repartee and solving the
mystery. This makes a great choice for STEM story hours.
Booklist Review, August 1, 2013
Thank you for waiting, and welcome aboard! One at a time,
please!
-- from the book
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