Probably a Narwhal
What’s inside...
Friendship is the winner in this hilarious contest between a girl who blames a narwhal for her mess and the narwhal who shows up to defend himself! This girl's room is an amazing mess between the pies, the paints, and the giant rainbow splashed across the wall. She swears that she didn't make the mess. In fact, it was probably a narwhal! They make pies all the time, don't they? But when a real narwhal magically appears, the girl finds herself in a battle of wits with a creature who's every bit as feisty and funny as she is. Can she convince him that a narwhal made the mess? Can the narwhal convince the girl that she knows nothing about narwhals? In the hilarity that ensues, girl and narwhal discover they were destined to be best friends.
Discussion points
What do you think makes the Narwhal probably a Narwhal?
How do the other sea creatures feel about the Narwhal, and why do you think they feel that way?
If you met a creature like the Narwhal, what questions would you ask it?
What does friendship mean to you, and how can you be a good friend like the characters in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences by asking how they would feel and react in similar situations.
Highlight the importance of acceptance and curiosity by discussing how the creatures in the book interact with each other.
Promote imagination by asking your child to think of their own mythical or unusual creature and describe it.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing uniqueness
Explanation: The story highlights the adventure of a creature believed to be a narwhal, showcasing how its unique traits turn out to be strengths.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate their own differences and see them as qualities that make them special and strong.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and learning
Explanation: The protagonist's journey is driven by curiosity, leading them to discover and learn about different sea creatures.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to ask questions and explore the world around them, promoting a love of learning.
Example Lesson: Friendship and acceptance
Explanation: As the narwhal interacts with various characters, themes of friendship and acceptance are depicted, showing the importance of being kind and accepting others.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these principles in their social interactions, learning to build and maintain positive relationships.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The characters face challenges that they must solve through teamwork and creative thinking.
Real-World Application: This can help children develop critical thinking skills and learn the value of cooperation and collaboration in overcoming obstacles.
Example Lesson: Conservation awareness
Explanation: The book subtly educates about marine life and the importance of protecting ocean habitats.
Real-World Application: Children can become more aware of environmental issues and be encouraged to take part in conservation efforts, even in small ways.