“Youngsters will tap their toes to the rhythm as they are simultaneously presented with a great variety of fish and tickled by the unexpected aspects and behavioral characteristics of each type...Bold, graphic illustrations rendered in colorful acrylic portray each fish realistically...An excellent teaching tool and an appealing introduction to the wide world of fish.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“An excellent first fish book.” ―The Virginian-Pilot

“Share this book with little ones before a trip to the aquarium, and have fun finding some of the shiny, spiny, and spotted fish mentioned.” ―The Washington Parent

“Every turn of the page reveals vivid paintings of exotic as well as common underwater creatures to delight all ages. If the paintings are the feast, Stockdale's words are the dessert. And she selects them carefully.” ―The Washington Post

“An exciting way to prepare kids for a visit to the aquarium.” ―Booklist

“Stockdale uses simple rhymes and clear, colorful acrylic artwork to introduce the fascinating underwater world of fishes.” ―School Library Journal

“"...a marvelous meld of pure enjoyment and intriguing facts."” ―Young Adult (& Kids) Book Central

“Families will enjoy the journey they take in 'Fabulous Fishes.'” ―The Sunday Eagle

“...information is provided with grace and cleverness.” ―Book Review Digest

“...beautifully illustrated...Bold, colorful, fabulous fish...” ―Science & Children

“Whether your kid will be seeing fish while snorkeling, or swimming like a fish herself in the hotel pool, she'll be entranced by the beautiful illustrations and fun fishy facts in this picture book of fish.” ―Parents Connect online

“...In this beautiful book Susan Stockdale combines gorgeously colored acrylic paintings with a simple rhyming text to show young readers that the world's oceans are full of fascinating and diverse fish species...” ―Through the Looking Glass