Shark Kiss, Octopus Hug
Sale price
$1398
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

Shark Kiss, Octopus Hug

Written by Lynn Rowe Reed · Illustrated by Kevin Cornell

A shark seeks a hug, an octopus desires a kiss. Can they fulfill each other's wishes?

3.5 Goodreads · 190 ratings
32 pages· 304 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· 460L
$14.99Save 7%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

In the vibrant ocean depths, Charlie the shark craves a hug, while Olivia the octopus dreams of a kiss. As best friends, they embark on a whimsical journey to fulfill their heartfelt desires. Will their friendship lead to the perfect embrace and a tender kiss? Dive into this enchanting tale of underwater camaraderie and discover how two unlikely friends find what they truly seek.

From the publisher

Shark Kiss, Octopus Hug is a sweet and funny picture book about friendship–under the sea!Charlie the shark and Olivia Octopus were the best friends the ocean had ever seen. All Charlie wanted was a hug. Olivia desperately wished for a kiss. This is the story of how they both found what they were looking for.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
304
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
460L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about kissesBooks about loveBooks about sharksBooks about hugs
The author

More from Lynn Rowe Reed

Explore Lynn's bookshelf
Nouns and Verbs Have a Field Day
Sale price
$899

Nouns and Verbs Have a Field Day

Ages 5–8 · 2006

Bear's Big Breakfast

Ages 4–8 · 2016

Benny Shark Goes to Friend School

Ages 4–7 · 2017
The illustrator

More from Kevin Cornell

Explore Kevin's bookshelf
#1 in Series
Sale price
$899

The Terrible Two

Ages 8–12 · 2015

The Chicken Squad

Ages 7–10 · 2014

The Trouble with Chickens

Ages 6–10 · 2011

Count the Monkeys

Ages 3–7 · 2013
Your next read

Books that feel like this one

See all similar books

Octopus Shocktopus!

Ages 4–8 · 2022

Shawn Loves Sharks

Ages 4–8 · 2017

Octopus Alone

Ages 3–5 · 2013

A Unicorn, a Dinosaur, and a Shark Walk into a Book

Ages 4–8 · 2023

Always Remember

Ages 3–7 · 2016

Hello, My Name Is...

Ages 3–6 · 2018

Also an Octopus

Ages 3–7 · 2016

To the Sea

Ages 3–6 · 2015
The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.2
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
166924
Publication
Published
June 3, 2014
First published
June 1, 2014
Publisher
Balzer + Bray
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780062203205

Surprise a reader with their next favorite book.

Spotted a mistake or something missing? Improve this page.

Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.

Bookroo

Book Clubs

Follow Bookroo