I Used to Be a Fish
I Used to Be a Fish by Tom Sullivan is an illustrated picture book published by HarperCollins on October 11, 2016. This 48-page work offers a light introduction to the science of evolution while celebrating the imaginative spirit of children. The story follows a boy inspired by his pet fish, using his creativity to narrate a whimsical version of his life that parallels the process of human evolution.
Readers will discover a blend of playful storytelling and educational content, featuring a timeline of life on Earth and an author’s note with key facts about evolution. The book engages themes of imagination and play, making it suitable for both children and adults who appreciate a unique take on the intersection of science and creativity.
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From debut author-illustrator Tom Sullivan comes a surprising and innovative picture book that is both a light introduction to the science of evolution and a tribute to every child’s power to dream big.
In I Used to be a Fish, a boy is inspired by a pet fish and fueled by imagination to tell a whimsical version of his own life story, which mirrors the process of human evolution. Children—and adults—will love the Seussian absurdity of this tale.
The book features a timeline of life on earth and an author’s note, which includes important facts about evolution.
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