Oceanic Collection: Otter on His Own: The Story of a Sea Otter

by Doe Boyle

Book Overview

Sea Otter Pup's mother teaches him to dive and hunt. When the pup follows his mother into the open sea, more than just excitement awaits them.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1568991290
• ISBN13: 9781568991290
• Release Date: June 2011
• Publisher: Soundprints
• Length: 31 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 12.0" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

GRANDMA

A TRULY GREAT OTTER STORY WITH MANY FACTS. MY GRANDSON LOVE SIT AND SO DO I. THANK YOU

Buy it for the illustrations

Lisa Bonforte's illustrations of Sea Otter Pup and his mother are truly lovely to behold. The illustrations add a lot to the story showing otters playing, eating sea urchins, resting in beds of sea kelp and diving for food. The story of Sea Otter Pups birth and survival is a great story for kids who will admittedly probably need some assistance by adults in some of the vocabulary...but that's what grownups are for, right? There is a nice little summation of history of the sea otter and a glossary or terms used at the end of the book. It may lead to more learning as most kids won't quite know how to picture an abalone's foot! So, enjoy the pictures and read with the young people in your life!

I don't have time to write reviews but...

I just had to say, in case anyone is looking for science books which can both entertain and inform their young children, this title is a delight! The illustrations are endearing, but the text is what stands out in the book, for--unlike most children's "science" twaddle out there--it is truly lyrical. Children don't need short, choppy sentences which merely regurgitate bland facts in a shotgun approach to "teaching" or "informing". That kind of writing certainly doesn't make for interesting reading! My young reader was delighted with the tale of young Otter, my 2-year-old equally enthralled. I know a book is a keeper when I am asked to read it again immediately. This book has both literary and scientific merit. A rare find in my search for homeschool materials that can impart knowledge, love for learning and the enjoyment of reading quality prose, all in one appealing package. Not sure as I type this what age is recommended, but my son is currently about halfway through first grade level reading and will be able to tackle this by himself within a year at most. A child up to age 8 would be delighted by this book.

A scientifically accurate, highly enjoyable tale

Otter On His Own: The Story Of A Sea Otter is a children's story by Doe Boyle about a young otter growing up in the natural world. From learning how to eat sea urchins to exploring the underwater cove near where he was born and the world beyond, Otter On His Own is a scientifically accurate, highly enjoyable tale. Simple yet inspiring color illustrations by Robert Lawson add depth to the watery world of the otter pup.