Told in a riddle format, with clues re: habitat, appearance, shy behavior, prey, life cycle, anatomical features suited to hunting like big eyes, eight arms, tentacles and the ability to camouflage or shoot black ink, this little reader offers excellent information on the octopus. Full-color photos reveal only portions of the animal, page by page, so as not to give away the animal’s identity too easily.   In addition to reading comprehension and language practice, this title could be used for primary level research. Includes index, focus on specific vocabulary, and “Challenge” Words.