Behold the Octopus!

by Suzanne Slade
Illustrated by Thomas Gonzalez

Category: Picture Book Themes: Animals, Poetry, Science & Nature

Lyrical text and gorgeous illustrations plunge readers into an undersea exploration of the mysterious, accomplished octopus and its astonishing abilities.

ISBN: 9781682633120
Publication date: 04/11/2023
Page Count: 32
Size: 10-7/8" x 9-1/2'
Age Range: 4-8

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Description

Lyrical text and gorgeous illustrations plunge readers into an undersea exploration of the mysterious, accomplished octopus and its astonishing abilities.

Behold the octopus! This remarkable animal hides beneath the seas, so you may not realize that it is one of the most incredible, talented creatures on our planet.

Fortunately, this nonfiction picture book from an award-winning team reveals the fascinating features of the glorious octopus, such as lights that attract prey, legs that walk on land, and the ability to change color and shape to match their surroundings and even masquerade as other animals.

Sparse, lyrical text is perfect for curious picture book readers, while sidebars and back matter share additional interesting details.

Author/Illustrator

Suzanne Slade

Author

A mechanical engineer by degree, Suzanne Slade is the award-winning author of more than one hundred books. Before beginning her writing career, Suzanne worked in the Mechanical/Propulsion Department at McDonnell Douglas Space Systems in Huntington Beach, CA on Delta rockets, Titan rockets, and the Delta-Star spacecraft.

Thomas Gonzalez

Illustrator

Tom Gonzalez is an illustrator, designer, and portrait artist. A native of Cuba, Tom came to the United States when he was ten years old. He studied at the Atlanta School of Art (now called Savannah of Art and Design). After working at the Coca-Cola Company for more than twenty years, Tom held several creative positions with other global brands. He has illustrated many picture books, including 14 Cows for America, Seven and a Half Tons of Steel, and Countdown. He lives in Georgia.

Reviews

★ “[An] absolute treat of a nonfiction picture book. . . . Gonzalez’s photorealistic art is breathtaking. . . .”—The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books, Starred Review

“Accessible and informative. . . . Gonzalez’s remarkably large and lifelike illustrations [fill] each page. . . .”—Booklist

“An admirable, admiring introduction to an intriguing species.”—Kirkus Reviews

“This is a visually stunning nonfiction book that introduces young readers to the short but adventure-filled life of the octopus.”—School Library Journal

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BISAC 1: JNF003150 Juvenile Nonfiction – Animals – Marine Life
BISAC 2: JNF051100 Juvenile Nonfiction – Science & Nature – Environmental Science & Ecosystems
BISAC 3: JNF042000 Juvenile Nonfiction – Poetry – General