Obsessive About Octopuses

The latest in Owen Davey’s ‘About…’ series is every bit as delightful as the others. Each book looks in detail at one special creature and entices the reader in with its beautiful illustrations and fascinating facts. This series has proved very popular in our school library, with ‘Mad About Monkeys’ top of the list. I am sure this latest offering will be just as admired.

Colour is used to great advantage throughout the book, adding to the appeal. Octopuses tentacles wind their way across the pages, framing and bordering the text. There are plenty of side headings with little snippets of information on offer, making it easy to dip in and out of.

The text is packed with information, offering lots of details and facts. There are so many gems included here, all clearly explained, using scientific language where needed, making the book an absorbing read. The index gives the Latin names as well as the English, useful for Year 6 work on Linnaeus and his system of binomial nomenclature, as well as for locating information easily. The contents offers broader sections to entice the browser. My favourite section is the one on ‘Octopus Mythology’, which explores legends about these incredible creatures from different cultures.

A wonderfully tactile and beautifully illustrated book, ‘Obsessive About Octopuses’ is an excellent read. Another to add to the library.

Obsessive About Octopuses Owen Davey

Flying Eye Books ISBN: 978-1912497195