dawnoftheread's review
5.0
Such a delightful mix of good science and humor and awareness. Sea creatures can't clean up the ocean themselves, any more than a crab can bake a cake. Will make great discussion with small people.
mlottermoser's review
3.0
Perfect for Earth Day. Everyone does something under the waves. Crab is a little different. He makes cakes. His dedication to his craft helps the animals when a large load of trash destroys their homes.
lauriehnatiuk's review
5.0
This book is fun but with a great message. The little tidbits of information about each ocean animal will enthral kids. Speech bubbles with humour - yes please. The personalities expressed by @atsurumi are captivating and engaging and while crab bakes a cake they work together to overcome a huge problem. It’s not a surprise why this book is on so many best lists - it truly will be magical in the hands of young readers and that’s what it’s all about.
readingthroughtheages's review
4.0
Carries the message about keeping our oceans clean and keeping human garbage out of the ocean.
yapha's review
4.0
Great story about sea creatures, ocean life, and resilience. Highly recommended for all ages.
taarna's review
hopeful
5.0
I really liked this one. Interesting and pleasant illustration style, cute combo of realistic and silly, great message.
katlogbrenn's review
3.0
I love the illustrations but the story doesn't lend itself to a read aloud.
jessalynn_librarian's review
4.0
July 2019 - a delightful combo of realism (and a lesson in caring for the oceans) and the absurd (a cake-baking crab).