Do You Speak Fish?

A story about communicating and understanding
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Do You Speak Fish? by DJ Corchin is a delightful children's book that explores themes of language and communication. It follows a curious young protagonist who discovers that understanding others goes beyond words, as they learn from a fish about the importance of speaking different "languages" to connect with new friends. Filled with vibrant illustrations, the story encourages young readers to appreciate diversity and the joys of communication in imaginative ways.
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Format: Hardback
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This delightful children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy colourful illustrations and fun storytelling that encourages curiosity and understanding of other worlds. It celebrates communication and imagination, making it a fantastic choice for young readers with a sense of adventure and love for learning about different perspectives.

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Do You Speak Fish?

Age range 5 to 9

When a child meets a fish and says hello, the fish does not respond. The child is shocked. What a rude fish! But soon the child learns that it's not up to the fish to speak the child's language. And if the child wants to communicate, he'll have to take the time to learn how to speak Fish.

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Do You Speak Fish? is a simple yet heartwarming story that demonstrates how to overcome communication barriers and better understand those who come from different backgrounds and cultures.

When a child meets a fish and says hello, the fish does not respond. The child is shocked. What a rude fish! But soon the child learns that it's not up to the fish to speak the child's language. And if the child wants to communicate, he'll have to take the time to learn how to speak Fish.

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Do You Speak Fish? is praised for its humorous premise, where a boy's attempts to communicate with animals in their own languages lead to laughter and enjoyment from readers. The illustrations are described as vivid and dynamic, contributing to the storytelling with effective pacing that enhances the comedic elements. This children's book is noted for its great read-aloud quality and underlying positive message.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781728219226

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 November 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Explore

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Dan Dougherty

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 234.0mm

Height: 238.0mm

Weight: 457g

Pages: 48

About the Author

DJ CORCHIN is an award-winning children's book author and illustrator. He uses his unique humor and wit to focus on socially conscious messages involving kindness, communication, and emotional awareness. He currently lives and works in Chicago, IL.

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