Instilling good reading habits in children is so important, and it is best done when they are young. Finding the right book for your child is equally important. There are lots of books from fact-based books to fiction books or even comic styled books to suit your child.
Today we will be sharing a fact-based book titled Interview with a Shark & Other Ocean Giants Too written by Andy Seed and beautifully Illustrated by Nick East. Published by Wellbeck Publishing the book features 10 extraordinary ocean giants as they step up to the mic and share their habits, behaviour, likes and dislikes, favourite foods, and more. Each animal has its own story to tell… and its own attitude.
We often share children’s book reviews on our blog, to help other parents find out more about the book before they purchase it for their children. So hope you enjoy reading our review about this book and click on the purchase link if you are keen to purchase a copy of the book for your child.
What did we think about the book?
This is a fabulous book for little ones to learn more about animals that live in the sea as the book asks a lot of great questions such as what is it like being a shark or what are blue whales most proud of. The whole book is written not as a story but in a question and answer format …..almost like an interview whereby kids get to ask the question and the answer is also given to them. I read the questions while my son, read the answers, which made it more fun.
The books showcases interviews with sea animals such as Bull Shark, Blue Whale, Orca, Giant Squid, Narwhal, Manta Ray, Ocean Sunfish, Octopus, Conger Eel and Anglerfish.
What did my 8-year old son think of the book?
I thought the book was funny because it interviews animals and it also tells you about what they eat, their predators and where they live in a fun way. Another good thing about the book is that the pictures are very attractive so it basically makes your imagination run wild. I would recommend this book to young kids like myself because I enjoyed it and it is very educational at the same time.
How much does both the books cost and how can I order a copy?
Interview with a Shark & Other Ocean Giants Too is available on Amazon, the hardcover is priced at £8.19 while the kindle edition is priced at £5.99. Do check Amazon for the latest pricing as it might change. Remember to opt for next day delivery if you have Amazon Prime.
Book details
Publisher : Welbeck Children’s Books
Hardcover : 48 pages
ISBN-13 : 978-1783125678
Reading age : 6 years and up
Dimensions : 25.2 x 1.2 x 19.7 cm
About The Author
Andy Seed
Andy Seed is the author of the international bestseller THE CLUE IS IN THE POO for kids and The SILLY BOOK series published by Bloomsbury which won the Blue Peter Book Award in 2015. His titles for adults include the hugely popular ALL TEACHERS GREAT AND SMALL series.
Andy is a former teacher who now visits over 50 schools a year, inspiring children to become readers by sharing his enthusiasm for books, humour, nature, sport and the great outdoors.
As well as working with organisations like The British Museum and The National Trust, Andy loves cheese, table tennis and making people laugh. He lives in a forest in Gloucestershire, UK with his wife and a scheming cat.
Nick East
Nick East is the illustrator of the bestselling Toto the Ninja Cat, as well as the Goodnight Digger and Knock Knock series. His first author/illustrated book is out in summer 2019 – the rib ticklingly funny, Agent Weasel and the Fiendish Fox Gang.
Nick worked for many years as a museum designer but has always been a storyteller, whether as a child, filling sketchbooks with quirky characters, or as a designer displaying a collection of ancient artefacts. He lives near York with his wife and two children, and when not writing or drawing – he is out roaming the countryside with a rucksack on his back.
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*Disclaimer: We were sent a copy of the book for free in return for a review. All opinions are our own.
40 comments
My little one is all about sharks. She would absolutely love this book.
So glad to hear that
This is awesome! I would love to check this book out, it seems amazing….I will pick it from Amazon for my son. Thank you.
Hope you do
Looks like a great read for the little ones to keep them engaged and informed!
It certainly is
This sounds like a good book to help kids learn more about animals and the creatures of the sea but making it feel fun x
I agree, it sure is
sounds like a fun book that’s perfect for the summer season. I’ll have to share this review with friends of mine who have young kiddos ; )
It certainly is a fun read
I think my son would quite enjoy reading this book. He loves animals and finding things out about different ones.
I am sure he would enjoy reading the book
This sounds like an awesome book and a great way to keep kids reading and learning. Looks like a very engaging story.
It is a good book for kids
This is amazing! My little brother would love to give it a try! Thankf for sharing with us!
You are welcome, happy to share with our readers
This sounds like a book my daughter would enjoy, she loves learning about animals right now.
Thank you for sharing that
This is a book I can certainly see Jack enjoying, he loves animals and is a total bookworm!
So glad to hear that, hope you get a copy for him
This looks like a great book and a great way for kids to find out more about certain animals. I think my nephew might like this.
I agree, it is a great way for children to learn more about animals
The book sounds so entertaining! Kids would certainly enjoy reading the shark and other animals’ interviews 🙂Great review as always👌🏻
My son really enjoyed reading the book
Aw! This sounds like the cutest book. What a fun concept for the author to write about. Any kid would love this!
I agree a fun themed book and so captivating for kids
I think this sounds like a great concept for a book, interviewing the animals. It makes it fun for a kid to read.
It is a fabulous concept and something children will enjoy reading
My kids used to love books like this, where they could learn things although my grandchildren are a little young for this, it is still something I would look at for them
This is such a good and educational book for children
My son is 8 too and I think he would like this too. Interviewing the animals sounds like fun.
Yes it is such a fun book and interesting concept
I rally like the title of this book – the concept of interviewing a sea creature! Sounds really lovely too.
It is such a fun concept especially for children
This sounds like such a cute book for kids! Who doesn’t love getting to find out more about sharks and other wonderful sea creatures.
I totally agree as I found myself reading the book as well
Nila is actually shark obsessed and has been for a while now , she would absolutely love this book, looks such a fun read too 🙂
Yes it is such a fun book, I am sure she would enjoy it
My son is always excited about sharks and marine creatures. This sounds like a good read for kids.
A fabulous and educational read indeed for kids