The Shark Tale Book

Blue Wing longs to learn the art of shark calling, while grief and anger shape her life on a Papua New Guinean island. The arrival of an American visitor brings an unexpected friendship and a journey towards understanding. Zillah Bethell's atmospheric novel connects the sea with memory, loss and forgiveness, rewarding confident readers with a story whose emotional discoveries matter as much as its mysteries.

Age suitability and learning: Older children (9-12). The longer narrative suits children ready to sustain attention across a developing story, whether reading independently or sharing it aloud. Following characters and events supports comprehension, vocabulary and reading stamina; discussing motives, settings and choices encourages inference, empathy and imaginative thinking.

Available at QT Toys in Battersea.