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Reach for this book when your child is a natural storyteller who sometimes blurs the lines between imagination and reality, or if you are looking for a playful way to discuss the value of truth and the power of narrative. Tiddler is a small fish who is constantly late for school, excusing his tardiness with elaborate, fantastical tales of underwater adventures. While his teacher is skeptical, his classmates are enthralled by his creativity. The story takes a turn when Tiddler actually gets lost at sea and finds that his own stories have traveled further than he ever imagined. It is a wonderful choice for parents who want to celebrate a child's creative spirit while gently exploring why honesty matters when it counts. The rhyming text and vibrant illustrations make it an engaging read for toddlers through early elementary schoolers.