Dynamic, colorful, semirealistic illustrations accompany....the evocative text....The book has alluring illustrations and well-researched, interesting, and age-appropriate information....A...captivating introduction to the ocean habitat.

– Kirkus Reviews, 3/1/20

What does the sea know? Quite a bit, according to this well-crafted picture book. The rhythmic verse text begins with a series of opposites....The text gradually moves away from contrasts and toward concepts with shared properties. Finally, a sequence of dynamic events builds up to a dramatic storm before resolving....Full of movement, grace, and intriguing details, the digital artwork illustrates the text beautifully. An informative appended section elaborates on sea creatures and phenomena mentioned in the verse. The writing flows well, making this picture book a pleasure to read aloud and a natural for classroom units on the sea.

– Booklist, 3/18/20

Take a tour of the underwater world in this visual introduction to the sea. Readers will be swept away by a colorful school of fish and will have a front-row seat as a blue whale scoops up a mouthful of krill. McGinty introduces a variety of ecosystems and plant life, as well as many fascinating creatures. The most effective feature of this book is the digital illustrations that showcase the variety and complexity of ocean life. Through careful use of color, the author and illustrator spotlight a world that sometimes appears peaceful and small, and at other times seems volatile and untamed. The pages will be turned with ease, following the rhythm of tightly crafted couplets....A solid selection for nature/science-themed storytime or as a springboard for future investigation.–Louie Lauer, Jefferson Elementary School, Fargo, ND

– School Library Journal, April 2020