Whale Boy — Nicola Davies

Perfect for any young reader who loves animals, the powerful and heartwarming story of a boy's friendship with a baby whale

Michael, a young boy growing up on the tropical island of Rose Town, has been saving up for his own fishing boat for years. But when a terrible storm wrecks his home, Michael is forced to take a job working for a rich, mysterious newcomer named Spargo. Spargo asks Michael to search for one thing in the deep waters around Rose Town -- whales. This is moving, adventure-packed fiction at its very best, with a strong environmental message.