Hello, My Name Is...

By Marisa Polansky, Joey Chou (Illustrator)

A tiny octopus seeks a name in the vast ocean. What will it be?

4.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 360 ratings

32 pages· 499 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

In the depths of the ocean, a tiny octopus without a name wonders how it will stand out among its extraordinary sea companions. As Anglerfish glows and Mimic Octopus transforms, this little creature embarks on a journey to discover its unique identity. Will it find a name that captures its charm? Dive into this enchanting tale to uncover the mystery of the ocean's cutest inhabitant and learn about the fascinating process of naming new species. A delightful exploration of identity and belonging awaits beneath the waves.

From the publisher

A new creature is added to the deep-sea tank, but what will they call this flapjack octopus? Includes an author’s note on Adorabilis and its name.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 499
Reading age: 3–6
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD570L

Themes & topics

Books about making friends Books about belonging Books about the ocean Books about names Books about being different

What readers & critics say

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“Cute, fun, and inventive! My 4- and 2-year-old daughters love trips to the aquarium, and they'll love learning about how their favorite ocean animals got their names. I like the idea of pushing kids to think about things like reasons for names. When I first skimmed this book, I was immediately worried that there was too much text per page, but the conversational format of the writing helps move things along.”

Lauren Hancock

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