Thank You, Octopus

by Darren Farrell

Overview

Fans of Mo Willems will love this funny bedtime story!
 
Ahoy! It's bedtime, and Octopus is here to help his buddy get ready. First up is a bath (Thank you, Octopus) . . . in egg salad (No, thank you, Octopus)! Then it’s time to brush teeth…with paint brushes!  And don't worry, Octopus made sure there were no monsters under the bed…because they’re all in the closet! No, thank you, Octopus!  Each page turn brings new wordplay and laughs in this hip, nautical-themed take on bedtime and friendship . . . ending with a great big surprise for Octopus and sweet dreams for two best friends.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780698179264
Publisher:	Penguin Young Readers Group
Publication date:	05/01/2014
Sold by:	Penguin Group
Format:	eBook
Pages:	40
File size:	31 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	3 - 5 Years

About the Author

Darren Farrell is the author-illustrator of the award-winning picture book Doug-Dennis and the Flyaway Fib. He lives, for the time being, with his family in Seoul, South Korea, where he always makes sure there are no monsters under his son's bed.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

Praise for Thank You, Octopus:

• “A terrific read-aloud; each repeat visit will ensure gleeful participation. A maritime—and bedtime—delight.” Kirkus Reviews, starred review

“This hilarious nautical comedy of errors will lure in unsuspecting listeners.” —Horn Book review

Editorial Reviews

Farrell…has a sophisticated urban style that should appeal to any children who wish they had as silly a sitter. Parents might decide to stay home after all to read aloud.

The New York Times Book Review - Sarah Harrison Smith

Praise for Thank You, Octopus:

* “A terrific read-aloud; each repeat visit will ensure gleeful participation. A maritime—and bedtime—delight.” Kirkus Reviews, starred review

“This hilarious nautical comedy of errors will lure in unsuspecting listeners.” —Horn Book review

From the Publisher

★ 2014-04-30
When a well-meaning octopus helps his buddy to bed, silliness ensues.It's "Bedtime ahoy" on this plump, little tugboat with Yellow Submarine-like appeal. Accordingly, the mates aboard—a good-natured boy and his cephalopod steward—begin their bedtime ritual. Octopus makes a warm bath. "Thank you, Octopus," the boy says happily, until he realizes it's a tub full of egg salad! "Gross! No thank you, Octopus," the child firmly states. Wanting to make amends, Octopus offers more help and hilarity as he reinterprets the bedtime routine: Undies land on the Statue of Liberty, teeth receive a (paint) brushing, and the monsters under the bed? They're now in the closet. Farrell's playful illustrations, done in pencil and colored in a warm pastel palette, are appealing and hip. There is a meditative energy to his lines that perfectly captures the allure of the sea, and his use of word bubbles, patterning and quirky humor are reminiscent of an indie comic. In the end, the tables are turned, as the courteous kid extends a bear hug (given by an actual bear!) to Octopus. The best buddies say good night to each other—and to the bear, their dirty socks and the monsters in the closet.A terrific read-aloud; each repeat visit will ensure gleeful participation, as readers practice both tone and volume. A maritime—and bedtime—delight. (Picture book. 3-6)

Kirkus Reviews