Dear Mum,

Oh dear, I know you can't read this but I still need to write to you. There's so much I want to tell you. I've been doing a special project about whales. Did you know that humpback whales can sing? Isn't it amazing to think of all those whales down in the depths of the ocean, singing? Usually the songs are quite short - but one whale was recorded singing non-stop for TWENTY-TWO HOURS! I'd sing for even longer if it would only make you wake up. I'm going to play you some beautiful whale songs when I visit you in hospital. You'll listen, won't you?

Lots and lots and lots of love

Ella xxxxxxxx