If a Dolphin Were a Fish
by Loran Wlodarski; Illustrated by Laurie Allen Klein
Published by Sylvan Dell Publishing
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Reviewed by Linda Lee
A dolphin named Delfina wonders how life would be if she were another different animal. This story teaches about dolphins by explaining why Delfina can't be a turtle, a bird, or many other animals, while giving simple information about each animal.
Certain fun for children and a solid tool for teachers with extra information and teaching aids in the back.
I love the colored pencil illustrations in this book, my favorite being Delfina as a turtle. Envision a small dolphin with a turtle shell and spots.
Writer and illustrator both work for Sea World Orlando in the Education Department. The book has dual lessons: One deals with the science of dolphins and the comparison animals. Hopefully children will also learn that by design, we are best at being ourselves.
Armchair Interview says this book is, "In a word: delightful."