The Pout-Pout Fish

We are obsessed with this book. Usually my toddler wants to read it multiple times a week. Super catchy and fun to read even. A top book in our library. Pictures are entertaining and the words are super clever and playful. I think it also helps expand vocabulary with how it uses certain words.

Whenever my son is upset, I turn him from a pout pout fish into a kiss kiss fish, and suddenly he feels a lot better! I love books that help us parent, lol!

"Pout-Pout Fish" by Deborah Diesen is a delightful underwater adventure that dives into themes of self-discovery, friendship, and the power of a positive outlook. 🐟 The protagonist, Mr. Pout-Pout Fish, initially sees himself as inherently gloomy, spreading "dreary-wearies" to everyone he encounters. However, as the story unfolds, he learns that he has the ability to change his perspective and bring joy to those around him. What makes this book truly special is its engaging rhyming narrative that effortlessly flows like the ocean waves. The repetition and rhythm not only captivate young readers but also make it an enjoyable read-aloud experience for parents. The whimsical illustrations by Dan Hanna complement the storyline beautifully, depicting the underwater world and its lively inhabitants with vibrant colors and expressive characters. As a parent, I appreciate how this book subtly introduces emotional intelligence. It teaches children about the influence of attitude on their interactions with others and promotes the idea that one has the power to shape their own narrative. The transformative journey of Mr. Pout-Pout Fish instills a valuable lesson about resilience and the potential for positive change. 📚✨

My two girl’s favorite book! And so fun to read.

This poor book is a favorite story, to the detriment of the book itself. I've replaced it once and the second copy has been repeatedly tapped up. The little ones love to read about the pout pout fish. They even have a stuffed pout pout fish that they hold when listening. An adorable story.

Cute book. My 22 month old loves it. Repetition which helps his speech

This is one of the best children's books ever and me and my son love it! I highly recommend doing silly voices while you read it

I simply love this book!! I really do!True, it has some words that kids may not understand, but I'm sure my 3 year old does not understand every word that I speak or in videos that he watches but he gets the gist of them all just fine. And to capture his interest there are beautiful illustrations and to super active-small attention span kiddo, thats more important. He learns more by looking at the pictures than by appreciating the words. However thats not to take away anything from the beautifully worded text in the book!! It holds a deep message, that of to be happy and spread cheer, life goes on like it always does. Look for the deeper meaning or take it simplified like a child would with nothing lost, its beautiful. Full credit to the author for cleverly weaving in an important message in this feel good book that is usually lost in the hustle bustle of everyday life. And what better way is there to be reminded of that than while sharing a good book with your child!! The book begins with the pout pout fish sulking around while he visited by many friends(with a little tidbit about every one of them) with good words of advice to cheer him up. But he has an answer for all of them, always tells them he cant cheer up, its beyond his control (jaded just like most of us :P )Along comes a silvery fish with no words but just a kiss of infectious happiness, and he is all cheery again . Equate it to a quiet hug we need sometimes. Pout pout fish is a cheery cheery fish now and he goes along smooching every creature that comes his way.Another lesson: pay it forward. Love this book!!Some of the text that I really liked: Along comes an octopus with eight great arms covered on the underside with tiny sucker charms. "Hey Mr Fish, Let me tell it to you straight. Your hulky-bulky sulking Is an unattractive trait!" Says the fish to his friend "Mr Eight, my chum with a mouth like mine I am destined to be glum "I'm a pout pout fish with a pout pout face, So I spread the dreary-wearies All over the place." I highly recommend this book!!

My 1.5 yo daughter loved it the first time I read it and keeps asking me to read the book, saying "pout pout." Such cute book where pout pout grouchy fish becomes a happy fish at the end :D

Fun story with an important message, great illustrations, a good one for parents who like to do all the voices! The pout pout fish has become a synonym in our house for being grumpy!

I bought this book on a whim as it appears in a lot of recommended reading lists for young children. It’s an excellent read, so much fun and always brings a smile to my 1 year olds face when I shower him with kisses at the end. Lots of opportunities for the reader to put on their best pouty voice and get involved in the story! I have read some negative feedback regarding this encouraging lack of consent behaviour on a different forum. (All a bit OTT if you ask me) No I’m sorry I just don’t get that perspective at all. Highly recommend!

Great story in a sturdy board book format.

Lovely book that teaches a lot!