Whale Primer, with Special Attention to the California Gray Whale

"Whale Primer, with Special Attention to the California Gray Whale" by Theodore J. Walker is a book from the early 1960s that shines a light on the lives of whales, especially the California gray whale, and gives an overview of their habits, bodies, and how people are trying to protect them. It gives readers a way to learn about marine biology and the story of one of the coolest animals on Earth. The book explores what gray whales do every day, like their super-long swims, what they eat, and how they have babies. Walker writes about how whales changed over time, how their bodies work in the ocean, and the dangers they face from whaling. He shows how important it is to protect them and says the gray whale is a sign that the ocean's plants and animals are both tough and easily hurt. Using science mixed with a message about taking care of nature, "Whale Primer" teaches readers why it's important to save whales and where they live.