This illustrated social-emotional learning and interactive text for children is part of a six-book collection for beginners and adult learners of reading. In this book, Mike the Dolphin enjoys swimming and has small ears that process and decipher sound much faster than many of his friends but not better than his mom and dad. He can listen and act quickly on questions and answers. The text's interactive nature encourages active participation, making the learning process more engaging for the reader: singing, drawing, writing, and coloring.

The partnership between parents, teachers, and children was considered in writing this book. The entire collection of books can be a fantastic gift for parents, children, teachers, and the whole school family. Parents would love an easy-to-read and easy-to-understand children's book. Learners will appreciate the variety of familiar nouns and verbs used to convey short and long vowels. All six books, David the Lion (A), Elijah the Eagle (E), Mike the Dolphin (I), Otis the Ox (O), Ruth the Unique (U), and Willa the Whale (family, schwa e, silent e words) are all subtitled, Understanding Short and Long Vowels, are a perfect way to introduce readers to vowel sounds. The book also includes lists of words with short and long vowels and 11 essential tips for decoding words, making it a valuable resource for teaching individuals to read.