It's a Seashell Day

By Dianne Ochiltree, Elliot Kreloff (Illustrator)

A day of seashell collecting leads to bedtime wonders.

3.8/5 Goodreads · 146 ratings

34 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Join a mother and son on a sunlit adventure of sand digging and seashell collecting. As they explore the seashore, the boy learns about different shells, counting each one until his collection is complete. With the day winding down, he drifts into a peaceful sleep, dreaming of the treasures he found. This charming tale blends nature and counting, perfect for young readers eager to explore the wonders of the beach. Discover the secrets of the sea and the joy of a day well spent, capped with fascinating seashell facts.

From the publisher

Winner of the Florida Book Awards’ Gold/Reichert Award! Sunny-as-a-summer-sky rhymes chronicle a mother and son sharing a day of sand digging, seashell collecting, and seashore exploring. Kids will learn about a variety of shells and count along with the boy as he totals up his collection, puts his shells away, and then drifts off into a well-earned bedtime. A spread of seashell facts caps off the story. This captivating, narrative nonfiction title featuring nature and counting is an ideal fit for home, preschool and kindergarten bookshelves. Pair it with the author’s beloved It’s a Firefly Night for a delightful day-to-night duo.

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