Imagine walking home from school and discovering… an octopus is following you!
In What if an Octopus Followed Me Home?, author Pamela D. Beverly delivers a charming and imaginative tale perfect for children ages 3–6. Young readers will love following eight-year-old Julius Jackson as he meets an unexpected new friend, a curious little octopus he names Mack.
Julius is convinced that Mack is lonely and lost, so he does what any kindhearted child might do: he brings him home. But what will his mom say? And what adventures (or chaos) might unfold when a sea creature becomes a house guest?
This beautifully written and whimsically illustrated story encourages empathy, friendship, and a child’s imaginative view of the world. It’s a delightful bedtime or storytime read that will make kids giggle, think, and maybe even wonder what they would do in Julius’s shoes.
Perfect for fans of: The Pout-Pout Fish, Not Norman, and heartwarming friendship stories with a splash of the unexpected.
Great discussion starter for classrooms or families:
“What would YOU do if an octopus followed you home?”
Ages: 3–6
Themes: Friendship, kindness, imagination, and problem-solving
