1 / 2Goodnight, Little Fish by Lucy Cousins
Goodnight, Little Fish is a rhyming bedtime story by Lucy Cousins, following Little Fish as he says goodnight to his underwater friends before settling with Mummy Fish. Its short 12-page length and listed reading age of 1–3 years make it suited to brief shared bedtime reading.
At a glance
- A bedtime sequence of Little Fish wishing goodnight to different sea-life friends and then cuddling with Mummy Fish.
- Simple rhymes and colourful underwater scenes are described in the listing.
- Short 12-page format is suited to a concise read-aloud.
Reference price: £8.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The repeated goodnight theme and rhymes give a clear, bedtime-focused read-aloud structure.
- The compact page count is a practical fit for short story sessions with very young children.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Author-illustrator | Lucy Cousins |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Walker Books Ltd |
| Publication date | 5 Oct. 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 12 pages |
| Reading age | 1 - 3 years |
| ISBN-10 | 1529504317 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1529504316 |
| Dimensions | 21 x 1.1 x 21 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 330 g |
What to know before buying
- The listed reading age is 1–3 years. The story centres on bedtime, underwater scenes and rhyming language, so buyers seeking a longer or information-led book may prefer a different format.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families looking for a brief rhyming bedtime read-aloud for children in the listed 1–3-year age range.
- Readers who enjoy colourful sea-life scenes and a gentle goodnight routine.
Less suited to
- Buyers looking for a long story, extensive text or factual nature education.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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The supplied aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a smaller share are lower, including some one-star ratings. Without written feedback, the reasons are unknown. Ratings alone cannot establish how well the rhymes, bedtime theme or short format work for an individual child.
Frequently asked questions
What is Goodnight, Little Fish about?
Little Fish wishes goodnight to his friends, including bumble fish and upside-down fish, before cuddling up with Mummy Fish.
What age is the book listed for?
The product details give a reading age of 1–3 years.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 12 pages.
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