Do You Speak Fish? - by Dj Corchin (Hardcover)

About the Book

A child learns different creatures are not being rude when they do not reply, they simply do not speak the same language, so from then on the child, the bee, the fish, and the lion sit by the tree, share stories and work together to never misunderstand each other.

Book Synopsis

Can a single hello change everything?

Spark empathy and curiosity in young readers with a picture book praised by parents, teachers, and reviewers alike.

When a friendly boy tries to talk to a fish, he's confused by the silence--until he learns that real connection sometimes means listening in new ways. Do You Speak Fish? gently guides children to celebrate differences, practice patience, and build friendships across any barrier.

Perfect for ages 3-8, this picture book helps children:

• Develop social confidence and resilience in new situations
• Appreciate diversity and communicate with kindness
• Engage with colorful illustrations and gentle humor for memorable story times
• Inspire thoughtful classroom and family conversations about acceptance
• Support social-emotional learning (SEL) and multicultural understanding

Ideal for preschool and elementary classrooms, home libraries, and anyone looking to raise compassionate, open-minded kids. Includes educator resources and activities for group or family discussion.

Start meaningful conversations about friendship, inclusion, and the joy of understanding with this uplifting, award-winning read-aloud.

Review Quotes

"... a perfect tale for social-emotional learning, especially in regard to understanding differences." -- School Library Connection

"A gregarious little boy is annoyed that the animals and insects he greets won't speak to him in return. The absurdity of the premise guarantees laughs from readers. They will enjoy watching the boy practice speaking with the animals in their languages, especially the lion, who can't stop laughing... The slick cartoon illustrations are vivid and eye-catching, the pacing of the page turns timed well for humor. A funny read-aloud with a great message." -- Kirkus Reviews