The Den That Octopus Built

By Randi Sonenshine, Anne Hunter (Illustrator)

Book #3 in the Animal Habitats series

An octopus faces the ultimate challenge: motherhood in a perilous ocean world.

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32 pages

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In the vast ocean, a solitary octopus crafts her den from ocean debris, preparing for the monumental task of motherhood. As she disguises and defends against predators, her ultimate act of love sends her hatchlings into a world fraught with danger. Will her legacy survive the ocean's perils? Discover the secrets of this ingenious creature and the cycle of life she perpetuates, all while learning fascinating facts about her unique biology. Dive into a tale of survival, ingenuity, and the enduring bond of a mother's love.

From the publisher

Follow one of the ocean’s most mysterious animals in this warm but candid look at its dramatic life cycle, from the creators of The Nest That Wren Built. These are the shells she wears like a sheath, keeping her safe from Tiger Shark’s teeth when she’s far from the den that Octopus built . . . The solitary and ingenious octopus is a master of disguise and invention, creating her den out of the objects of the ocean, from shells and rocks to tiny glass shards. Using creative methods of hunting and construction, the octopus prepares for the biggest task of her life: motherhood. With one last, poignant gesture of love, the mother octopus sends her hatchlings on their way, starting a new cycle of life for the tiny offspring who face peril of their own. Offering deeply informative back matter, including an author’s note, a glossary, and fascinating “octo-knowledge” (did you know that octopuses have nine brains, including one in each of their independently operating arms?), this third in a series from author Randi Sonenshine and illustrator Anne Hunter continues the work of gently introducing children to the reality of the animal world.

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