Dennis is convinced his mother must be an octopus. How else could she cook, clean, work, answer calls, and still find time to help him with homework—all at the same time? Eight arms seem like the only explanation! But Dennis also notices how tired she looks, and secretly wishes she had just two arms, so she could rest more. Then, when Dennis and his mother move to a new city, something surprising begins to happen. New friends, neighbours, and unexpected kindness show Dennis that sometimes it isn’t about having many arms—but about sharing hands, hearts, and care.