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The Big Book of the Blue by Yuval Zommer is an illustrated children's book about sea creatures, with facts and answers to questions about marine life. Its 64-page format and listed reading age of 5–8 years make it a picture-led introduction for younger readers.
At a glance
- Covers sea creatures including turtles, whales, sharks, rays and seahorses, according to the listing.
- Combines quirky illustrations with facts and questions about ocean animals.
- The listing describes the book as nominated for the 2019 Kate Greenaway Medal.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Illustrations and ocean-animal facts suit shared picture-book reading and early exploration of marine life.
- The subject spans several kinds of sea creatures rather than focusing on just one animal.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Thames and Hudson Ltd |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 10 May 2018 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 64 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0500651191 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0500651193 |
| Reading age | 5 - 8 years |
|---|---|
| Grade level | Preschool and up |
| Dimensions | 9.41 x 13.7 x 0.87 inches |
| Weight listed | 750 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Children around the listed 5–8 reading age who enjoy illustrated books about ocean animals.
- Adults looking for an illustrated book to explore marine-life facts with younger children.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a text-heavy reference book or a narrowly focused guide to one sea creature.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the illustrations, informative ocean-animal content and suitability for younger children. The provided summary also describes the oversized picture-book format as useful across early elementary years and says customers find it worth the price. This feedback aligns with the listing's illustrated, 64-page format, though customer opinions do not establish how every child will respond.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the illustrations and the facts about ocean animals.
- The supplied feedback describes the book as age-appropriate and informative.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Big Book of the Blue about?
The listing describes an illustrated book about sea creatures, including turtles, whales, sharks, rays and seahorses, with facts and answers to questions about marine life.
What age is this book listed for?
The listed reading age is 5 - 8 years, and the grade level is Preschool and up.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 64 pages.
