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Humphrey the Lost Whale: A True Story Paperback – October 21, 2014

by Wendy Tokuda (Author), Richard Hall (Author), Hanako Wakiyama (Illustrator)
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"A light-hearted approach to the problem of beached whales, Humphrey's story allows librarians to give a happy 'yes' to that often-asked question, 'Is this a true story?'"—School Library Journal

"What happens to Humphrey makes a fascinating and delightful story for young and old alike."—KIdsGrowth.com

Humpback whales are magnificent creatures that sing beautiful songs to each other underwater. In the whole world there are very few of them, so each one is quite special.

And they are intelligent. Every winter they travel south, every summer they head north, and they always know the way.

But even whales can make mistakes . . .

In October 1985 a forty-five-foot long, forty-ton humpback whale wandered into San Francisco Bay and for twenty-six days struggled mightily to find his way back to the ocean. This true, illustrated story of Humphrey's adventure has been a children's favorite for more than twenty-five years. The 2014 edition has updated news on whales but retains the beloved art and text for big-ocean-mammal lovers everywhere. Adopted for Reading Rainbow.

Wendy Tokuda is a well-known Bay Area media personality with numerous broadcasting awards.

Richard Hall is an award-winning TV and film producer in Los Angeles, California.

Hanako Wakiyama lives in southern California and is a widely published author and illustrator of children's books.

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  1. Reading age
    5 - 9 years
  2. Print length
    36 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 4
  5. Lexile measure
    AD610L
  6. Dimensions
    8 x 0.25 x 10.25 inches
  7. Publisher
    Heian
  8. Publication date
    October 21, 2014
  9. ISBN-10
    1611720176
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1611720174
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"A perfect gift for animal loving children." —The Portland Book Review


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About the Author

Wendy Tokuda is a well-known media personality who has anchored and reported in the Bay Area for nearly 30 years. She has won the Peabody Award, a National Emmy for Public Service, the national Sigma Delta Chi Public Service Award, the NAB Education Foundation’s “Service to America” Award and most recently, the Temple Award for Creative Altruism.

Richard Hall is an award-winning TV and film producer and the president of Great Blue Productions in Los Angeles.

Hanako Wakiyama was born in Tokyo and moved with her family to California as a teenager. She is a published author and an illustrator of children's books. Her credits include From Dawn to Dreams: Poems for Busy Babies, Best Pet of All [Modern Gems Edition], Goldie Locks Has Chicken Pox, Little Bo Peep Can't Get to Sleep.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Heian; Second edition (October 21, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 36 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1611720176
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1611720174
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 9 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD610L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 6.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.25 x 10.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Blee1@415
5.0 out of 5 stars IT'S A CLASSIC
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2019
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For anyone growing up and living in the Bay Area when Humphry came into San Francisco Bay, this is a beloved classic. I had this for my now adult children when they were growing up (saw Humphry on the news). Now my grandson is enjoying this adaptation of the actual events of the whale swimming up an estuary. Great book and love the pictures. Go Wendy Takuda!
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Lem S.
5.0 out of 5 stars If your child loves whales, they will enjoy this story.
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2018
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My son has been obsessed with humpback whales since we saw many of them in Maui this year. I bought this book for him, so that he could read a "story" about a humpback whale, instead of just a non-fiction book. This is a cute story that is based on a true story. It turns out well in the end, and if your child loves whales, they will enjoy this story.
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Kimberly
5.0 out of 5 stars Darling Book Based on True Story
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2023
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My grandsons loved it!
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siamese117
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a great book I totally recommend it
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2021
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I love this book it’s a beautiful story. And I love wales so this was perfect. I definitely recommend it .
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Justine
5.0 out of 5 stars The kids love it, even those just young at heart💚🐳
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2020
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Well written and illustrated. Keeps our grandkids interested, asking questions and wanting to have it read to them again and again.
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mia taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars Heartwarming book with great message
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2021
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My son and I loved reading this book and learning about the true story of a whale that had gotten lost up-river in San Francisco beyond the Golden Gate bridge. It was a very touching story.
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Texicali
4.0 out of 5 stars Perhaps not that great for a read-aloud due to the length but still ...
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2014
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Cute story, cute illustrations. I purchased this as a read-aloud book for a mom of a toddler, but it's a little longer than I expected. Perhaps not that great for a read-aloud due to the length but still a fun story. I like the maps inside the front cover and it was a cute gift to go along with a stuffed whale toy.
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lauagorreca
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy linda historia
Reviewed in Mexico on June 7, 2020
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Muy linda historia.
Despierta temas para investigar: las ballenas, los puentes, San Francisco, etc.
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5.0 out of 5 stars fast accurate
Reviewed in Canada on May 4, 2019
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Michelle Olsen
5.0 out of 5 stars A great addition to you child's library
Reviewed in Canada on September 4, 2018
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This book is adorable and educational!
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