well, i guess i can still learn things in my 40s. it was a decent enough book. a little young for my kids, but it was well written. it;d be great for a classroom library.

Great conservation book to use as a read aloud on Earth Day. This book not only tells the story of how whales came back after cleaning up the river, but gives children more detailed facts about NYC and how the conservationists achieved their goal. It also suggests ways children can help in their communities and be proactive.

I received a copy of this audiobook from netGalley for a honest review.

What a beautiful ode to whales and how New York brought them back by cleaning up the Hudson river. I learned a lot about how it was before we build New York and all the efforts to clean up the river. Also what whales are now being seen in the Hudson. All in all a fun informative picture book.

"Whales in the City" by Nancy Costaldo, is narrated by Tara Novie and provides an interesting history of whales in New York City. The audiobook is a quick listen and the narrator does a nice job of telling the story, but I really enjoyed all of the information about whales, New York, and the Hudson River included at the end of the book.

This book provides something for everyone- from a quick history of whales in the Hudson as the main story, to more information about the different types of whales and the Hudson itself, in addition to facts about environmental history at the conclusion.

I enjoyed this book and think it would be a great read for folks of all ages.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing a copy of the audiobook for review.

A non-fiction, beautifully crafted children's book that spans the history of whales in modern-day Manhattan. The author is masterful as she blends the informative story of whales and how they thrived, became almost extinct and are making a comeback documenting the first whale spotted in over one hundred years in New York. A delightful mix of education and and entertainment for young nature enthusiasts, and adults interested in the wonders of the sea. Highly recommend for anyone interested in these magnificent mammals and their ability to beat the odds.
Thank you to NetGalley and to Nancy Castaldo for the advance reader copy for this honest review.

*Whales in the City* by Nancy Costaldo, narrated by Tara Novie, offers a charming and informative glimpse into the history of whales in the waters surrounding what would eventually become New York City. This audiobook provides a quick yet engaging listen, with Novie’s narration effectively bringing the story to life.

The narrative takes us through the rise and fall of whale populations in the region, detailing how industrialization and pollution rendered the waters inhospitable. It’s a fascinating blend of historical context and environmental science, showing the efforts made to restore the habitat and bring whales back to the area.

In addition to the main story, the book includes fun and informative anecdotes about whales, with both scientific and historical tidbits that will intrigue listeners of all ages. Whether you're a history buff, an environmental enthusiast, or simply curious about these majestic creatures, *Whales in the City* offers a lot to appreciate.

This is a highly enjoyable audiobook that blends education with storytelling, making it both engaging and insightful. It’s definitely worth the listen, especially for those interested in nature, history, or the environmental efforts that continue to shape our world.

A big thank you to NetGalley for providing a copy of the audiobook for review.

Thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to read Whales in The City.

“Before New York, there were whales”. Due to human pollution, whales were not seen in the Hudson River for over a century! Humans worked together to vote, protest, and clean the water! Finally, the whales came back.

Lovely nonfiction children’s novel for kids 4+. Highly recommend for children interested in animals and for parents interested in environmental activism!

A very hopeful book that talks about the whales that once swan in the Hudson river, their loss, the work by communities to clean up the river, and the eventual return of the whales in 2016. I appreciated the additional facts about whales and timeline of the Hudson river at the end.

Nice little story and has some informative stuff about whales at the end. I'm sure my nieces and nephews would love it, as they can't get enough of whale facts.