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Description
This book provides simple rhyming text that describes the characteristics and behavior of starfish. The coauthor is Peter Roop.
Quick Summary
If you've got a kid who's obsessed with ocean animals, this little rhyming book about starfish is perfect for reading aloud together. The bouncy verses make learning about how starfish eat and move actually fun, and at just 161 words it's short enough that even reluctant readers can power through to the end without getting intimidated. I love that it mixes real facts with rhythmic language, so kids come away knowing things like how starfish regrow their arms and what they eat for dinner. The short length also makes it great for emerging readers who want something they can finish on their own. It's completely wholesome and classroom-friendly, just packed with neat ocean facts. If your kid devours this one, they'd probably enjoy other simple nonfiction about sea creatures like "A Sea Star" by Emily Feld.