Old Shell, New Shell
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$1669
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

Old Shell, New Shell

By Helen Ward

A crab seeks a new shell in the Great Barrier Reef.

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40 pages· 274 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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A red hermit crab has outgrown its shell and embarks on a quest through the vibrant Great Barrier Reef to find a new home. As it encounters various sea creatures, each potential shell presents a unique challenge. Will the crab find the perfect fit, or will it have to adapt to an unexpected solution? Dive into this colorful underwater adventure and discover the wonders of the reef along with the crab's journey.

At a glance
Format
Library Binding
Pages
40
Words
274
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~440L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3
F&P level
~L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
57458
Publication
Published
April 1, 2002
First published
January 1, 2001
Publisher
Millbrook Pr
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780761316350

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