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product_id: 50829745
title: "The Snail and the Whale: An adventurous rhyming story from the creators of The Gruffalo"
price: "$18.30"
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# 9M+ copies sold worldwide Rhyming story with rhythmic flow Top 5 in Children's Fiction on Animals The Snail and the Whale: An adventurous rhyming story from the creators of The Gruffalo

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## Summary

> 📖 Embark on a timeless adventure that every family needs to share!

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- **What is this?** The Snail and the Whale: An adventurous rhyming story from the creators of The Gruffalo
- **How much does it cost?** $18.30 with free shipping
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## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **Award-Winning Storytelling:** Rhythmic rhymes that engage both kids and adults alike
- • **Globally Acclaimed Classic:** Over 9 million copies sold, a must-have for every bookshelf
- • **Perfect for Family Bonding:** Creates joyful reading moments that grow with your child
- • **Iconic Illustrator Collaboration:** Beautiful, recognizable artwork by Axel Scheffler enhances every page
- • **Timeless Themes of Adventure & Friendship:** A heartwarming journey that sparks imagination and bonding

## Overview

The Snail and the Whale is a bestselling rhyming picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, celebrated for its captivating storytelling and stunning illustrations. With over 9 million copies sold worldwide and top rankings in children's fiction, it offers a magical journey of friendship and adventure that resonates across generations.

## Description

Embark on a heartwarming tale of friendship as a tiny snail explores the world on a whale's tail in this bestselling classic by Donaldson and Scheffler.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 892 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 3 in Stories in Verse for Children (Books) 7 in Children's Fiction Books on Animals 11 in Fiction About Friendship for Children |
| Customer reviews | 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars (15,447) |
| Dimensions  | 28.1 x 0.3 x 25.3 cm |
| Edition  | Main Market |
| ISBN-10  | 1509812520 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1509812523 |
| Item weight  | 206 g |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 32 pages |
| Publication date  | 21 April 2016 |
| Publisher  | Macmillan Children's Books |
| Reading age  | 2 - 4 years, from customers |

## Images

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## Frequently Bought Together

- The Snail and the Whale
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- Tiddler

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*Last updated: 2026-08-28*