A Symphony of Whales (Steve Scruch)

 

This is beautiful. It is based on a true story. Our students read a similar story in grade three in their Open Court anthologies. After we read it we had a big discussion about whether or not this really happened and students looked up additional information.

Goodreads says:

Glashka can . . . but with that mysterious power comes great responsibility. When she discovers thousands of whales trapped in a rapidly freezing inlet, she knows it is up to her to gather the people of her town to help them. Based on an actual event, this inspiring story follows Glashka and her people as they come to understand the importance of all life.