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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2019 · Est. 6 min read-aloud
Seashells
By Melissa Stewart, Sarah S. Brannen (Illustrator)
Discover the hidden wonders of seashells beyond mere shelter.
4.2/5 Goodreads · 279 ratings
32 pages· 723 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Explore the hidden wonders of seashells as young naturalists uncover their surprising roles beyond mere shelter. Through vivid illustrations and engaging text, children from around the world observe and sketch these versatile marvels. What secrets do these thirteen seashells hold, and how do they shape the lives of the mollusks within? Dive into a world where each shell tells a unique story, revealing the intricate connections between nature and its inhabitants. This journey promises to change the way you see the simple beauty of seashells forever.
From the publisher
Prolific, award-winning nonfiction author Melissa Stewart reveals the surprising ways seashells provide more than shelter to the mollusks that inhabit them. Young naturalists discover thirteen seashells in this elegant introduction to the remarkable versatility of shells. A dual-layered narrative highlights how shells provide more than a protective home. The informative sidebars underscore characteristics specific to each shell. Elegant watercolor illustrations create a scrapbook feel, depicting children from around the world observing and sketching seashells across shores.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 723
- Reading age
- 6–9
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 900L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.8
- F&P level
- ~V
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 502939
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 2019
- First published
- April 2, 2019
- Publisher
- Charlesbridge
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781580898102
- LCCN
- 2017056289
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