Cover of the hearable edition of Nathan the Whale

Nathan the Whale

This is a story about this very hungry young whale called Nate

  • Audio-only book • Pure listening, no pictures, no words

About this book

Nathan the Whale is an intermediate readers book for children ages 5 to 9. This is a story about this very hungry young whale called Nate, who wants to eat everything he sees from a small boat to a huge submarine.

Book details

Book typeHearable Book – Audio only. No pictures, no words on screen. Made for listening.
AuthorDave Alden Hutchison
Ages7 to 9 years, also 5 to 7 years
GradeGrade 2
Reading levelLevel 3, Intermediate Readers
Length19 pages, 593 words
CategoriesSpecial Education, Character Education, Animals, Story Time, Silly Stories
Interactive featuresNo activity
LanguageEnglish

Where you can listen to this book

Reading and Math app: listen to it here, audio-only, no pictures, no words.

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Read Along App: audio-only listening, no pictures, no words.

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This edition has no quiz or activity.

Why read Nathan the Whale with your child

Stories like Nathan the Whale work best when they are shared. Read it aloud, let your child follow the words, and stop to talk about the characters and what they do. The Character Education setting gives you plenty to discuss. Ask your child what they would do in the same situation. It is a simple way to turn reading time into conversation time, and to help your child think about the story.

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Inside the book

Nathan the Whale is an audio-only book about Character Education. This is a story about this very hungry young whale called Nate, who wants to eat everything he sees from a small boat to a huge submarine. There are no pictures and no words on screen, so children listen and imagine the story for themselves.

Children gain a love of listening and a stronger imagination. Listen together, and talk about what you heard afterwards. It is a calm way to enjoy a story, especially at bedtime.

From the book: “Nathan, the whale, whose friends called him Nate, Started out small, but he ate and he ate.”

Frequently asked questions

What ages is this book for?

Ages 5 to 9 years, at Grade 2 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).

Is the book narrated?

Yes. It is a hearable book, so a natural human voice tells the story for pure listening. There are no pictures and no words on screen.

Which apps carry this book?

Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App.

How long is the book?

19 pages, 593 words

What will my child learn?

This book helps children learn about Character Education, and builds vocabulary and a love of reading.

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