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

Shark Kiss, Octopus Hug

By Lynn Rowe Reed, Kevin Cornell (Illustrator)

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

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32 pages· 304 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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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
~281L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about kissesBooks about loveBooks about sharksBooks about hugs
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.2
F&P level
~I
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

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