The Whale in My Swimming Pool - Joyce Wan

On a balmy summer day, a little boy races outside to cool off in his swimming pool only to find a large surprise waiting for him. There is a giant whale lounging in his personal swimming hole! The boy tries to lure his large guest out of the pool, but no amount of pushing or stick throwing convinces the whale to budge. What is a kid to do? Author and illustrator Joyce Wan tackles this very question with her charming illustrations and subtle text in The Whale in My Swimming Pool (Farrar, Straus and Giroux, $17.99). Guaranteed to incite giggles, this silly summer story is not to be missed. Ages 3-6. Kasie Griffitts