Mies van Hout has long wished to do an underwater story and the result is this beautiful picture book that truly conveys the deep sea experience. A small octopus lives in a snug apartment until one day an intruder barricades the entrance. Octopus asks for advice on how to escape but the more suggestions he gets, the less he is able to figure out what to do. Eventually, Octopus learns to trust his own instincts and learns that things are not always what they seem. Mies van Hout's expert eye and execution are stunningly revealed in a red lobster, pink jellyfish and a wide variety of fish contrasted against an aqua sea.
Author: Elle Van Lieshout, Erik Van Os
Publisher: Lemniscaat USA
Published: 04/01/2015
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 9.70h x 11.50w x 0.30d
ISBN: 9781935954392
Audience: Ages 4-8
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2015
School Library Journal 03/01/2015 pg. 128
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2015 pg. 54 - Marginal, Seriously Flawed
Author: Elle Van Lieshout, Erik Van Os
Publisher: Lemniscaat USA
Published: 04/01/2015
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 9.70h x 11.50w x 0.30d
ISBN: 9781935954392
Audience: Ages 4-8
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2015
School Library Journal 03/01/2015 pg. 128
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2015 pg. 54 - Marginal, Seriously Flawed