An octopus is an amazing animal with many surprising traits. They can regrow arms, swim backwards, and even squirt ink! The Amazing Octopus provides students with a comprehensive look at these fascinating eight-armed ocean animals. This book can also be used to teach students how to determine the main idea and details as well as the proper use of adjectives.An octopus is an amazing animal with many surprising traits. They can regrow arms, swim backwards, and even squirt ink! The Amazing Octopus provides students with a comprehensive look at these fascinating eight-armed ocean animals. This book can also be used to teach students how to determine the main idea and details as well as the proper use of adjectives.