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If I Had an Octopus

By Gabby Dawnay

Adjectives

imaginative playful vibrant

Genres

Animals Friendship/Family

What is If I Had an Octopus about?

A young girl imagines the joys and challenges of having an octopus as a pet. She envisions playing multiple ball games at once, thanks to its many arms, and enjoying hide-and-seek with its camouflage abilities. However, she also considers the potential mess from its ink. Through vibrant illustrations and playful rhymes, this story explores the whimsical possibilities of an unusual friendship.

About the author

Gabby Dawnay is a talented writer who creates fun and imaginative books for children. She is best known for her bestselling series 'If I Had a...' which includes 'If I Had a Dinosaur.' Gabby loves playing with words and dreams up wonderful stories to inspire young readers to use their own imaginations.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Edition published

2022

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