This was a cute and fun bedtime read for my kids and myself. The kids loved the ending! Splish really is a clever fish.

The twists and turns were very engaging and it was fun pointing out what looked like it was coming next.

Thank you NetGalley and Astra Publishing House for this ARC!

Splish is about a little fish on the move, who sometimes ends up in some dicey situations, but adapts to get through. The story includes lots of fun action words that little readers will enjoy. The illustrations are very cute and colorful. They show the action of the story very well. I would definitely recommend this for younger kiddos as a read aloud or for early readers.

Thanks to Astra Young Readers and NetGalley for an eARC of this book. All opinions are my own.

This book was fun and hilarious! Really cute concept, and silly - will definitely have the kids laughing. Splish is a fish that seems to get herself into sticky situations, but then she's able to get herself out of them...and right into the next one! The illustrations are colourful and engaging, I loved her facial expressions, they really added to the fun. The story was very appropriate for ages 3-7, my daughter is 8 but she enjoyed reading it to her little brother. It also takes us through some of the obstacles a small fish might encounter - getting caught by people fishing, snatched up by a bird, a meal for a bigger fish! I definitely recommend this story if you're looking for something fun and colourful to read to your kids. Big thanks to Astra Publishing for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for my honest review!

Splish is one of a kind! Splish's determination shines through in this book. Kid's will laugh at all the creative ways that Splish avoids danger! The vibrant colors in the illustrations pop out of the page. This is a wonderful read aloud as well. Splish will give kids all the giggles, and the twist at the end was adorable. The simple language and use of letters was also creative. I would recommend this book.

What kind of fish is Splish? This book takes you through Splish’s adventures for the day and how he gets into and out of trouble. I liked the alliteration of the text. It makes it flow well. I admired how the author used the same beginning and ending text. The pictures are colorful, with Splish blending into his world. They foreshadow what is going to happen next. The mom in me is worried about the little boy with one of his legs hanging out of the boat (he might fall in.) I could see my students wondering about that too. It’s also not a necessary part of the book.

Recommended for PreK-1st grade. Good book to use as an example of alliteration, it has a fun story. Thank you NetGallery for the preview.

This book is such a delight from start to finish. Splish is clever, playful, and pure fun, the kind of story that instantly pulls kids in and keeps them laughing. It is perfect for reading aloud, with a rhythm and silliness that make kids giggle and want to hear it again right away.
The language is simple but smart, and the humor really lands with young listeners. You can tell it was written with children in mind, especially those moments when they love to shout, laugh, and join in. It feels like the kind of book that quickly becomes part of the bedtime routine or story time favorite stack.

This is absolutely one of those books kids ask for again and again. It is joyful, engaging, and just plain fun. A guaranteed hit for little readers and the grown ups reading along. Easily FIVE stars.

This was such a fun read-aloud and poor Splish just keeps getting into one pickle after another. We loved the ending and thought the illustrations were adorable. 5/5 stars from my kids!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!

A very cute and repetitive story about a fish named Splish. Would be great for a family storytime to engage kids with the repetition and predictive elements of what Splish might do next. Will be looking forward to the publication and sharing this story with our library visitors.

My daughter and I were laughing the whole way through.

We were scared at the shark then turned the page and giggled, we were yelling, and smiling throughout. With the large font, colourful illustrations, simple story this will definitely be a re-read for us. We finished the and we said what a silly story and giggled and had to read it again. Highly recommend for the little ones.

Splish! by D.K. Ryland is a joyful, high-energy picture book that absolutely earns five stars. From the very first page, the playful, rhythmic text pulls readers into a world of water, movement, and pure fun. The sound words and lively pacing make it especially perfect for read-alouds—kids will love joining in with the “splish,” “splash,” and all the delightful noise along the way.

The illustrations are bright, expressive, and full of motion, perfectly matching the upbeat tone of the story. Each page feels dynamic and engaging, giving young readers plenty to look at while keeping the story moving at an exciting pace.

What really makes Splish! shine is its ability to turn a simple concept into an interactive experience. It encourages participation, imagination, and joy, making it a book children will want to revisit again and again.

Overall, Splish! is a vibrant, fun-filled read that brings energy and laughter to storytime—a fantastic addition to any picture book collection.

My son really loved this book! He's been really into fish and ocean animals most of his life, and he loved this book because it gives a little tension, and he loved when I played up the pause to see what was coming next!

Splish can't stay out of trouble in this adorable and funny story. This is a great book for story time. It will definitely keep toddlers on the edge of their seat and they will absolutely love the 'twist' at the end. "Slippery Fish" would be a great sing-along song or felt board activity to go with Splish.

This is such a cute book! I love the bright colors, whimsical but very clear and bold font, and simple story. Definitely a great book for any young child's home/school library. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the digital ARC.

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