Overview

Otter—the irrepressible picture book character sure to be adored by fans of Llama Llama—learns how to swim. Otter: Let's Go Swimming! is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child. Read about more of Otter’s adventures in I Am Otter, Otter in Space, Otter Goes to School, Otter Loves Halloween!, Otter Loves Easter!, Otter: Oh No, Bath Time!, Otter: The Best Job Ever!, and Otter: Hello, Sea Friends!

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""As in Otter's previous books, Garton's wry sense of humor and richly detailed artwork generate a steady steam of laughs."" - Publishers Weekly Praise for Otter: Oh No, Bath Time!: ""The first Otter book in early reader format, this installment is a resoundingly successful transition. The short, concise sentences are ideal for novice readers, and genuine humor results from pairing the images with the simple text. Garton's soft illustrations have a gentle, soothing feel and represent a child-centric perspective. Otter is a truly charming protagonist who infuses these stories with just a bit of mischief and plenty of humor in the mix. A delightful addition to early reader shelves."" - School Library Journal ""Another ""Aw""-inspiring adventure with Otter."" - School Library Journal ""This title is bound to please established fans and to cultivate some new ones."" - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Praise for Otter Loves Halloween!: ""Garton pairs his charming story with funny details in the bright digital illustrations that only make a great book even better. This one's a real treat."" - Kirkus Reviews ""The joyful chaos of everyday life with a child (or otter) permeates Garton's cartoons and should keep kids laughing from start to finish."" - Publishers Weekly ""Another wonderful outing with Otter, this latest is also a great way to encourage youngsters who are nervous about celebrating Halloween to get excited about the holiday."" - School Library Journal Praise for Otter Goes to School: ""Garton's Otter is adorably roly-poly and just realistic enough to differentiate her from her stuffed pupils, and her droll expressions are spot-on.What adventure will Otter have next?"" - Kirkus Reviews Praise for I Am Otter: ""A bright and hilarious escapade about an otter who, bored while her owner's at work, opens a toast restaurant. Hysterical."" - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ""This fully realized picture book captures warmth, imagination, and playfulness in the character of Otter."" - School Library Journal ""Good-natured fun."" - Booklist ""Garton's debut picture book does a bang-up job of introducing Otter. There's a lovely dimensionality and sense of physical comedy in Garton's digitally created artwork. Combined with Otter's winning brand of self-importance, it's plenty to propel her into future adventures."" - Publishers Weekly Praise for Otter in Space: ""From ""mishun control"" to launch and liftoff, Garton's bright, shiny digital illustrations are full of sparkle and humor. Lively, giggle-producing proof that imaginative play is just as good as getting to the moon."" - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

""As in Otter's previous books, Garton's wry sense of humor and richly detailed artwork generate a steady steam of laughs."" - Publishers Weekly Praise for Otter: Oh No, Bath Time!: ""The first Otter book in early reader format, this installment is a resoundingly successful transition. The short, concise sentences are ideal for novice readers, and genuine humor results from pairing the images with the simple text. Garton's soft illustrations have a gentle, soothing feel and represent a child-centric perspective. Otter is a truly charming protagonist who infuses these stories with just a bit of mischief and plenty of humor in the mix. A delightful addition to early reader shelves."" - School Library Journal ""Another ""Aw""-inspiring adventure with Otter."" - School Library Journal ""This title is bound to please established fans and to cultivate some new ones."" - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Praise for Otter Loves Halloween!: ""Garton pairs his charming story with funny details in the bright digital illustrations that only make a great book even better. This one's a real treat."" - Kirkus Reviews ""The joyful chaos of everyday life with a child (or otter) permeates Garton's cartoons and should keep kids laughing from start to finish."" - Publishers Weekly ""Another wonderful outing with Otter, this latest is also a great way to encourage youngsters who are nervous about celebrating Halloween to get excited about the holiday."" - School Library Journal Praise for Otter Goes to School: ""Garton's Otter is adorably roly-poly and just realistic enough to differentiate her from her stuffed pupils, and her droll expressions are spot-on.What adventure will Otter have next?"" - Kirkus Reviews Praise for I Am Otter: ""A bright and hilarious escapade about an otter who, bored while her owner's at work, opens a toast restaurant. Hysterical."" - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ""This fully realized picture book captures warmth, imagination, and playfulness in the character of Otter."" - School Library Journal ""Good-natured fun."" - Booklist ""Garton's debut picture book does a bang-up job of introducing Otter. There's a lovely dimensionality and sense of physical comedy in Garton's digitally created artwork. Combined with Otter's winning brand of self-importance, it's plenty to propel her into future adventures."" - Publishers Weekly Praise for Otter in Space: ""From ""mishun control"" to launch and liftoff, Garton's bright, shiny digital illustrations are full of sparkle and humor. Lively, giggle-producing proof that imaginative play is just as good as getting to the moon."" - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Author Information

Sam Garton began writing and illustrating stories about Otter and her world on the blog “I Am Otter: The Unheard Ramblings of a Modern-Day Domestic Otter” in 2009. Sam lives in London. He met a real otter once. It bit him. You can visit Otter at www.iamotter.co.uk

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