High and Dry

Synopsis:

Dylan lives on a remote island in the Pacific Northwest with his parents, but when they have to go to the mainland, his grandfather weathers a storm to come spend time with him. Grandpa’s brought Dylan a number of gifts, and one comes in handy the next day while they are exploring the coast. In fact, this gift leads the duo to a dangerous discovery: a young orca got stuck on the rocks during the storm. Racing against the sun and the heat, Dylan and Grandpa need to work together to figure out how to save the calf while his pod circles nearby.

Educator & Series Information
This book is part of the Orca Echoes series of early chapter books intended to engage young readers while promoting personal development and social responsibility.

In this book, a young boy works with his grandfather to save an orca calf stuck in the shallows of an island. This book explores a child's loneliness living on a remote island and the bond between him and his grandfather, with themes of multigenerational friendship, wildlife rescue, building self-esteem, and perseverance.

Features several black-and-white illustrations that add to this engaging chapter book.

Keywords: nature, whales, multigenerational relationship, Pacific Northwest, perseverance. 

Recommended for ages 6 to 8.

Additional Information
88 pages | 5.25" x 7.62" | b&w illustrations