Age rating and parents' guide:Pepuyu, the Walking Fish
by utari ninghadiyati
Ages 5–8
Pepuyu, the Walking Fish by utari ninghadiyati is best for children aged 5–8. It has mild violence, a few mildly scary moments, no romance and no bad language.
Meet Pepuyu, an extraordinary climbing perch with a remarkable talent: walking on land! From snacking on farm pests to dodging hungry birds and fishing lines, Pepuyu navigates life in rice paddies and ponds. When the dry season arrives and the water vanishes, Pepuyu relies on strong fins and burrowing skills to survive until the rainy season returns. This engaging early science book introduces young readers to fish biology and freshwater habitats.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- Mild
- Scary moments
- Mild
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Non-fiction
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