The Fish Who Wanted to Dance with the Stars
The Fish Who Wanted to Dance with the Stars
A picture book about big dreams and believing in yourself, ages 3–7
Pesho is a small fish with a big dream: he wants to dance with the stars.
When the other fish tell him it’s impossible, Pesho starts to doubt himself. But with loving encouragement from his mom, he discovers that believing in yourself is the first step toward making a dream come true.
Will Pesho ever dance with the stars?
Written by Barbara Pinke, illustrated by Alvin Adhi. Book 1 of the Waves and Tales series.
Awards
Readers’ Favorite 2023 – Gold Medal, Children – Animals
Royal Dragonfly Book Awards 2022 – Winner, Picture Books 5 & Younger
More than a fish tale
A story about dreams, self-belief and the people who cheer us on
What kids take away
- Big dreams are worth chasing, even when others say they’re impossible.
- Everyone has moments of doubt, and that’s okay.
- Encouragement from the people who love us helps us keep going.
- Believing in yourself is the first step.
- Trying again is part of every dream.
Read it together: 3 questions to ask
- What is your big dream?
- How did Pesho feel when the other fish said his dream was impossible?
- Who cheers you on when something feels hard?
Free coloring book: color Pesho and his ocean friends! You’ll find a free lesson plan for this book in the Free Printables, too.
What parents say
4.6 stars on Amazon
Parents and teachers say Pesho’s story is a gentle way to talk about following your dreams, and kids love the colorful underwater pictures. Many say their children ask for it again and again.
Book details
- Ages 3–7, read-aloud picture book
- Written by Barbara Pinke, illustrated by Alvin Adhi
- Paperback, hardcover and Kindle