Hooray for Fish

Dive into a joyful underwater world with Hooray for Fish, a vibrant and rhyming picture book from award-winning author-illustrator Lucy Cousins. Join Little Fish as he swims through a sea of colourful companions-stripy fish, spotty fish, curly-whirly, twisty-twirly fish-in a celebration of diversity and playful exploration. Every page bursts with colour and energy, making it a feast for the senses and a delight to read aloud. Known for her signature bold and expressive style, Cousins brings underwater life to the page in a way that captivates young readers and encourages early language development. With engaging repetition and imaginative illustrations, Hooray for Fish is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers learning about patterns, rhyme, and self-expression.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports early literacy through rhyme and repetition.
• Builds vocabulary and recognition of adjectives and colours.
• Encourages visual literacy with bold, engaging illustrations.
• Celebrates individuality and diversity through creative character design.

Classroom Ideas:

• Create your own fish and describe their features.
• Use the book to teach descriptive language and adjectives.
• Explore patterns and sequencing with fish designs.
• Develop a class underwater mural inspired by the story.

Information:

• Ages: 2-5 years
• Format: Paperback
• Ideal for early childhood storytime and literacy development