Rainbow Fish and the Great Escape

Book #10 of Rainbow Fish
Translated by David Henry Wilson
Published by NorthSouth Books
Distributed by Simon & Schuster

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About The Book

The tenth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series encourages care and respect for the ocean and its creatures.

Rainbow Fish and his friends have only ever heard stories about the nets that come through and take away shoals of fish from the ocean. Luckily, they’ve never had to experience that danger for themselves. All is peaceful until one day, Rainbow Fish and his friends come face to face with the trawling net.

Even though getting caught within the net is scary, Rainbow Fish and his friends are quick to act. With the help of crabs and lobsters nearby, they’re able to cut through the net and help everyone trapped within make their great escape.

This thrilling addition is a perfect example of quick problem solving and how to lean on one’s community in difficult situations.

About The Author

Marcus Pfister was born in Bern, Switzerland. After studying at art school in Bern, he trained as a graphic artist. His first picture book was published by NordSüd in 1986, but his breakthrough as author and illustrator came in 1992 with the publication of The Rainbow Fish. Since then, he has published more than sixty books, which have been translated into about sixty-five languages and have won many international awards. He lives with his family in Bern.

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Product Details

  • Publisher: NorthSouth Books (October 7, 2025)
  • Length: 32 pages
  • ISBN13: 9780735845909
  • Ages: 4 - 8

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Raves and Reviews

"Told with beautiful layers of awareness of the underwater citizens of Rainbow Fish’s corner of the ocean"

School Library Journal

"An exciting and thoughtful addition to the series, offering both adventure and meaningful lessons about cooperation and environmental awareness."

– Children's Literature

"A strong addition to any picture book collection, this title not only complements the earlier Rainbow Fish stories but also works well on its own."

– Tahira A., librarian, Wyandanch Public Library

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