There She Blows! Levels- 27-28

There She Blows! dives into the complex history of whaling, exploring its significance to Indigenous cultures like the Basque and Inuit, and its impact on the environment. Traditionally, a single whale could provide food, oil, and tools for an entire community. The book examines the shift from sustainable practices to industrial whaling, and the modern conservation movements aiming to protect whale populations today. Using maps, historical accounts, and varied perspectives, the text invites critical thinking about the balance between human needs and environmental protection. Students learn to distinguish fact from opinion and explore the broader consequences of human activity on global ecosystems.

Educational Benefits:

• Teaches comparison of historical and contemporary viewpoints
• Builds environmental awareness through theme analysis
• Develops critical reading of factual versus opinion-based texts
• Supports geographic understanding using maps and place-based context

Classroom Ideas:

• Map the migration routes of whales mentioned in the text
• Discuss traditional versus industrial whaling methods
• Write a persuasive letter supporting whale conservation
• Compare cultural uses of whales across different societies

Safety & Information:

• Ages: 8-10
• Book size: 210mm x 180mm
• Printed using safe materials; content appropriate for environmental education