by Lyn Lee, illustrated by Kim Gamble

 

Timmy and Eight, a plush toy octopus, have been friends for as long as Timmy can remember. Eight and Timmy go everywhere together, including on a picnic to the National Park with Mum and Dad.

 

When they come back home, Timmy realises with horror that they have left Eight behind. Dad comforts Timmy by reminding him how strong and brave Eight is. Timmy is lonely and sad, but begins to imagine all the adventures that Eight is having.

 

This book was shortlisted for the Children's Book Council of Australia awards book of the year: early childhood.

 

Lyn is probably best known for her book Pog which was shortlisted for many awards in 2001. She lives in Sydney. Kim Gamble is well known for his illustrations in the Tashi series.

 

Paperback. 32 pages.

 

Age 4-6