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The Song of the Whales
The Song of the Whales
Author: Uri Orlev
Michael’s grandfather has a secret—a secret that’s almost too strange to share . . . —   — When Michael moves to Israel, he leaves loneliness behind and steps into the light of his grandfather’s magic. Like a sorcerer’s apprentice, Michael learns how to blur the lines between dreams and reality when his grandfather hands down the mos...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780547257525
ISBN-10: 054725752X
Publication Date: 4/12/2010
Pages: 112
Edition: 1
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
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Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Books for Children
Book Type: Hardcover
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Reviewed by Kira M for TeensReadToo.com

When Michael's family moves to Israel to be closer to family, Michael quickly strikes up a friendship with his grandfather. As time goes by, the elderly man shows the boy how he can control his dreams and be with his grandfather in the dream world.

Dangers in the form of his grandfather's failing health and an overbearing housekeeper threaten to end the two's friendship. Will Michael be able to continue enjoying his grandfather's dreams with him, or will their special time soon end?

A fun, lighthearted story despite the underlying saddening problems with the grandfather's health. The plot is interesting, and the characters are memorable and likeable. Readers who like fantasy, dreams, and spending time with their own grandparents will enjoy reading THE SONG OF THE WHALES.


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