Books Like Peg and the Whale
Families who loved Peg and the Whale by Kenneth Oppel often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Peg and the Whale by Kenneth Oppel often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is bursting with 'big kid' energy and seems convinced they can conquer any challenge, no matter how impossible it seems. It is the perfect antidote for a child who feels restricted by their size or age. The story follows Peg, a seven-year-old girl with a personality as vast as the sea, who decides she has outgrown her mountain home and sets her sights on catching a whale. Through Peg's fearless journey, children explore themes of self-confidence, unbridled ambition, and the joy of a life lived without self-imposed limits. It is a tall tale in the classic sense, blending absurdist humor with a celebration of a young girl's independence. While the feats are fantastical, the emotional core resonates with any child currently discovering their own agency and talent.
