* "This book is highly recommended for its clear, interesting writing, appealing format, and engaging illustrations."

– School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW

"Offsay’s zesty patterned text bubbles with alliteration as more characters show up and more phrases are strung together: 'A playful puffer, a startled squid, a troubled turtle, a distressed dolphin, and a shaky shark.' As the ocean goes from 'slightly frazzled' to 'seriously panicked,' Cushman packs her digital illustrations with silly details. The pufferfish wears the squid’s shower cap; the shark knits in a rocking chair; and the whale puts finishing touches on a multi-tiered cake. The frantic action and lively illustrations move the plot forward; and, even after everyone de-stresses, Cushman’s kooky marine characters sustain the story’s humor." 

– The Horn Book