Spotty Otter's Top 10 Otter Stories for World Book Day!
Posted by Spotty Otter on 4th Mar 2025
World Book Day is the perfect time to dive into a new adventure, and what better way to celebrate than with stories all about otters! Whether you’re looking for fun, heart warming tales or wildlife-inspired reads, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best otter books to enjoy with your little explorers.
So grab a cosy spot, maybe even take your book outside, and let’s celebrate the wonderful world of otters!
Otter in Space – Sam Garton
Join Otter and his best friend Teddy as they embark on an out-of-this-world adventure! A fun, imaginative story perfect for little dreamers.
Do Unto Otters: A Book About Manners – Laurie Keller
This hilarious and charming story teaches kindness and respect through a group of friendly otters—great for little ones learning about good manners!
Little Otter Learns to Swim – Artie Knapp
Follow a baby otter’s first swim as he learns how to brave the waters with his family. A sweet and educational book about otters and their habitat.
River Otter’s Adventure – Linda Stanek
Follow an otter’s journey through the wild, learning about rivers, wildlife, and the challenges otters face in nature.
Otters Love to Play– Jonathan London
An engaging, fact-filled book all about how otters play, splash, and explore—perfect for little wildlife lovers!
I am Oliver the Otter – Pam Ayres & Nicola O’Byrne
This adorable rhyming story follows Oliver, a brave little otter learning to navigate the big wide world! A gorgeous tale for bedtime.
Ollie and the Otter: A Scottish Osprey Story – Emily Dodd
A beautiful story set in Scotland about a young osprey and an otter learning about teamwork, bravery, and the wonders of the wild. A perfect choice for little nature lovers!
Otter and Odder – James Howe
A sweet and unexpected love story between an otter and a fish, exploring friendship, differences, and acceptance.
Sea Otter Pup – Victoria Miles
A beautifully illustrated book that follows a baby sea otter’s journey, highlighting the importance of conservation and protecting marine life.
Tarka the Otter – Henry Williamson
A classic wildlife novel following Tarka, a wild otter, through his life in the rivers of England. A wonderful choice for older children who love nature stories.
Take Your Otter Story Outside!
Why not turn World Book Day into an adventure? Take your otter book outside, find a cosy reading spot under a tree or by a river, and enjoy story time in nature—just like an otter would!
And don’t forget to wrap up warm in your Spotty Otter gear—because otter-inspired adventures are always best when you’re snug, dry, and ready for anything!
Which otter book will you be reading today?