In Washed Out to Sea by Leslee Flanagan, meet Jake, a courageous young boy who will captivate young readers. Despite his mother's warning about swimming too far out in the ocean, Jake decides to swim to a raft. Unfortunately, a colossal wave suddenly washes him out to sea, leaving him lost, scared, and alone. Jake meets Lucas, a majestic Beluga whale who is also lost and is searching for his way back home. Jake is curious about Beluga whales. Lucas tells Jake he lives in the Arctic near the North Pole. They realize they are both headed in the same direction. Lucas asks Jake to trust him and says he will help Jake find his way home by pushing him with his nose and searching for the beach. At first, they don't see Jake's beach, so they keep searching. When Jake was starting to give up, he saw the beach! He was glad he trusted Lucas to get safely home. Jake and Lucas form a bond of courage and friendship while trying to find their way home.

Leslee Flanagan's enchanting tale reminds us of the importance of friendship, bravery, and parental guidance. Remesh Ram's illustrations beautifully capture the range of emotions experienced by young Jake, fostering a deep connection with child readers. Washed Out to Sea is ideal for children aged three to eight. Its vibrant illustrations and exciting narrative will warm young readers' hearts. This book is perfect for reading aloud or adding to a classroom library. Join Jake and Lucas in this entertaining story that will leave you inspired.

Washed Out to Sea is a children's picture book by Leslee Flanagan. On Jake's fifth birthday, he couldn't wait to swim out to the raft just off his grandparents' beach house. He grabbed his new float and started swimming, but a big wave washed him out of sight of the floating raft and his grandparents' home. He was scared until a Beluga whale, Lucas, swam up beside him and spoke to him. Lucas had been separated from his pod, and both Jake and Lucas had to find their way back to their families. At the end of the story, Flanagan includes a diagram of the anatomy of a Beluga whale.

Leslee Flanagan introduces a new friend to young readers in the form of a Beluga whale. It's heartwarming to read about the instant friendship between Jake and Lucas and Lucas's desire to help the worried child. Even though Lucas's pod is farther north, he's willing to pause his attempt to locate them to help Jake get back to his grandparents' house. The friends manage hazards along the way and navigate the sea comfortably. The illustrations by Remesh Ram are beautiful, with vivid colors that draw young readers' eyes to every page. Children will learn interesting facts about Beluga whales, such as where they live and what to call a group of them. This book could open up a discussion with children about water safety and prepare them for the dangers they may encounter. Washed Out to Sea is a great selection for children who enjoy stories with marine animals.