Commotion in the Ocean

What do our readers think of Commotion in the Ocean? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the bright pictures, funny sea creatures, easy rhymes and chances to join in with the sounds. Some children find that the short poems feel uneven or lose their attention after a few readings.

What does the Pageticker team say about Commotion in the Ocean?

Commotion in the Ocean is a bright, bouncy celebration of sea creatures, packed with catchy rhymes, playful sound words and illustrations that are impossible to ignore. Giles Andreae and David Wojtowycz bring the same cheerful, comic energy found in their companion book Rumble in the Jungle, making this a strong choice for read-alouds and early rhyme-loving listeners. It is best enjoyed as playful poetry rather than a precise marine-life guide, as some animal facts are cheerfully stretched for the sake of a giggle.

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What is Commotion in the Ocean about?

Dive into a lively underwater world with 'Commotion in the Ocean'! This colourful, rhyming picture book introduces little readers to fascinating sea creatures, from playful dolphins to gentle blue whales. With cheerful illustrations and catchy sound words, each page brings a new animal to life, making it perfect for reading aloud and sparking curiosity about the ocean.

About the author

Giles Andreae is a much-loved British author who writes fun and cheerful books for children. He is best known for 'Giraffes Can’t Dance', a story about believing in yourself. Giles’s books are full of rhyme, laughter, and friendly characters, making reading an adventure for everyone.

Discussion ideas around Commotion in the Ocean

Sea-creature personalities: Which sea creature seems the funniest, friendliest or most surprising, and what makes you think that?

Sounds and rhymes: Which sound word or rhyme do you enjoy saying aloud, and how could you invent a new one for another ocean animal?

Big and small: How are the tiny creatures different from the enormous whale, and why might every creature be important?

Fact or fancy?: Which part feels like a real fact about an animal, and which part seems made up to be funny?

Looking after the ocean: What could children and grown-ups do to help keep the sea a safe home for its creatures?