The Day We Looked Beneath the Surface: What Swims Below (Tied Together by Dad Book 5)

Some fish jump.Some hide.Some never see the sun.On a calm evening by the lake, four kids and their dad set out to fish—but what they discover isn’t just what lives on the line. It’s what lives beneath the surface.From quiet freshwater lakes to wide saltwater seas, this beautifully illustrated picture book introduces young readers to popular freshwater and saltwater fish through gentle observation, patience, and respect for nature. Each page invites children to slow down, notice differences, and understand that every fish—and every learner—has its own way of moving through the world.Written in a spare, thoughtful style and paired with warm, painterly illustrations, The Day We Looked Beneath the Surface is not a guidebook or a checklist. It’s a story about curiosity, restraint, and learning without taking. Read more