"On September 23, 1994, a large humpback whale is stranded in the waters off Telegraph Cove. The whale is entangled in a rope that has fallen off of a fishing boat. Captain Jim and Captain Mike decide to rescue the whale. Jim fashions a knife and tries to get close to the whale. The whale is frightened and moves when the boat or knife come near her. Mike jumps into the water, cuts the rope and frees the whale. The story is based on true events. At the back of the book are brief biographies of the individuals involved in the rescue. Background information on marine life is also provided."--Ministry of Education website.

Science grade 2 (2010).