Oliver and the Sea Monkeys
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013 · Est. 2.5 hour read

Oliver and the Sea Monkeys

Written by Philip Reeve · Illustrated by Sarah McIntyre

Part of the Not-So-Impossible Tales series

A boy sails to rescue his parents, facing sea monkeys and a wicked captain.

5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,541 ratings
224 pages· 17,544 words· Est. 2.5 hour read· 910L
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Bookroo's summary

When Oliver's explorer parents vanish, he embarks on a daring sea quest. Joined by a grumpy albatross, a nearsighted mermaid, and a living island, Oliver must navigate bizarre challenges. Can they outwit sarcastic seaweed, evade sea monkeys, and conquer a maritime fashion contest to defeat a wicked sea captain? Dive into a world of humor and adventure as Oliver races against time to save his family.

From the publisher

Get ready for mischievous monkeys! Moving islands! And a splashy adventure with illustrations on almost every page. When Oliver’s explorer parents go missing, he sets sail to find them with some new friends. There’s a grumpy albatross, a nearsighted mermaid . . . even a living island! But the high seas are more exciting and strange than Oliver could have imagined. Can he and his crew spar with sarcastic seaweed, outrun an army of sea monkeys, win a fabulous maritime fashion contest, and defeat a wicked sea captain in time to save Mom and Dad? For early chapter book readers who are ready for something longer, the Not-So-Impossible Tales are packed with silly humor, action, and larger-than-life fun. This book was previously published in hardcover as Oliver and the Seawigs. “[A] sly and dashing tale. . . Readers’ ribs aren’t the only ones that get a vigorous tickle.” –Kirkus Reviews “A delightfully told, beautiful tale of nautical hairdressing, saltwater primates and sarcastic seaweed–this is my kind of book!” –Chris Riddell, award-winning co-creator of the Edge Chronicles

At a glance
Format
Pages
224
Words
17,544
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
910L
What readers & critics say

Reviews

5.4

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5.3

This adventurous and imaginary tale will keep you guessing what will happen next! When Oliver's parents disappear, Oliver goes after them on his own journey, facing problem after problem. I love the Oliver is brave and instead of just complaining when a problem arises or his idea fails, he thinks about the next step he can take solve his problem and get his parents back. Plus, he makes a wonderful friend along the way. :)

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Kind
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Kind

Ages 3–5 · 2019
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.6
F&P level
~V
AR points
3
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
167554
Publication
Published
July 12, 2016
First published
September 5, 2013
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780385387897

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