Leo and the Octopus

By Isabelle Marinov

Adjectives

sensitive uplifting thoughtful heartwarming

Genres

Animals Friendship and Family Feelings and Wellbeing

Synopsis

Leo finds the world overwhelming and doesn’t feel like he fits in with the other children. But everything changes when he meets Maya, a clever octopus at the aquarium. Through his friendship with Maya, Leo discovers he’s not alone and learns to understand himself a little better. This heartwarming story gently explores autism and celebrates the power of connection.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2021

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