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Narwhal: Unicorn of the Sea! (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #1)

by (author) Ben Clanton

Publisher
Tundra
Initial publish date
Oct 2016
Category
General, Humorous Stories, Marine Life
Recommended Age
6 to 9
Recommended Grade
1 to 4
  • Hardback

    ISBN
    9781101918265
    Publish Date
    Oct 2016
    List Price
    $16.99

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Description

New York Times Bestselling series

“Hilarious and charming. The most lovable duo since Frog and Toad.” —NYT-bestselling creator of the Dog Man and Captain Underpants series, Dav Pilkey

Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do they love waffles, parties and adventures. Join Narwhal and Jelly as they discover the whole wide ocean together.
A wonderfully silly early graphic novel series featuring three stories. In the first, Jelly learns that Narwhal is a really good friend. Then Narwhal and Jelly form their own pod of awesomeness with their ocean friends. And finally, Narwhal and Jelly read the best book ever -- even though it doesn't have any words...or pictures!
Ben Clanton showcases the joys of friendship, the benefits of working together and the power of imagination in the delightful Narwhal: Unicorn of the Sea.

About the author

Ben Clanton is an up-and-coming author-illustrator from Seattle who describes himself as a “story scribbler, picture squiggler, book aficionado, child advocate, dragon tamer and avid sock wearer.” Vote for Me! is the first book he has both written and illustrated.

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Awards

  • Nominated, Indiana Young Hoosier Book Award
  • Nominated, Sakura Medal
  • Winner, Florida Sunshine State Young Readers Award
  • Short-listed, Florida Sunshine State Young Readers Award
  • Winner, Eisner Awards
  • Winner, Washington State Book Award

Editorial Reviews

WINNER - Eisner Award 2017, Best Publication for Early Readers  
SELECTION - School Library Journal's 100 Magnificent Children’s Books 2016  
SELECTION - School Library Journal's 2016 Early Chapter Books
SELECTION - CCBC Choices 2017, Fiction for Children

PRAISE FOR Narwhal: Unicorn of the Sea

“Undersea adventures have never been so darn cute .... The incessant charm and unabashed joy should make this an easy sell. Swimmingly delightful and a guaranteed smile-maker.” --Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews
 
“An utterly enchanting start to a series that’s bound to be popular among young readers.” --Starred Review, School Library Journal

“Geez, Narwhal and Jellyfish are adorable. There’s no other word as appropriate for this duo… readers will likely clamor for the next outing.” –-Starred Review, Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“Readers ready for underwater goofiness of the non-SpongeBob variety will be eager for more adventures from this duo.” --Publishers Weekly
“Wonderfully fun and perfectly pitched for bigger-topic conversations; the Narwhal and Jelly books are must-haves for your child's collection.” --Children’s Book Review 
“This is a lovable story about friendship with animal education snuck in, sure to be a favourite of kids and adults alike.” --Resource Links

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