Gunnufson, Charlotte. Dream Submarine. Cleonique Hilsaca, Illus. Candlewick, 06/2024. 40pp. Picture Book. Trade $17.99. 978-1-5362-2479-5. GRADES Kindergarten–3. HIGH ADDITIONAL.
A child boards the eponymous Dream Submarine to travel the ocean in this celebration of marine biodiversity. Digitally-rendered ocean denizens are drawn with crisp line art and filled with warm, if slightly muted, colors. Sparse prose identifies various locations and the creatures that inhabit them. Back matter includes a depiction of ocean zones, a map of the Dream Submarine’s fictional voyage, more information about the animals depicted throughout the book, and ideas for further exploration. A delightful adventure for any budding marine biologist.
Keith Chong—Oakland Public Library