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Shelby & Watts Books

In order from Tide Pool Troubles to A Mountain of a Problem.

The Shelby & Watts series is a set of 2 graphic novels by Ashlyn Anstee, published between 2021 and 2022. Written for ages 6–9, most books run about 95 pages.

Tide Pool Troubles
A Mountain of a Problem
Tide Pool Troubles
Tide Pool Troubles
A Mountain of a Problem
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Tide Pool Troubles
Graphic Nov.
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$1248
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

Tide Pool Troubles

Shells vanish from the beach. Can two friends crack the case and save the day?

96 pages· 1,845 words· Est. 28 min read
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Summary: When all the shells disappear from the beach, Shelby and her encyclopedia-loving friend Watts spring into action. With Shelby's knack for mysteries and Watts's scientific smarts, they embark on a quest to uncover the truth. As they delve into this environmental puzzle, will they manage to restore balance to the beach and help Fred the hermit crab find a new home? Join them on an adventure where every clue counts and the stakes are as high as the tide.
In reading order

Shelby & Watts Series

2 books · Published 2021–2022

#1
Tide Pool Troubles
#1 in Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1248

Tide Pool Troubles

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

Shells vanish from the beach. Can two friends crack the case and save the day?

#2
A Mountain of a Problem
#2 in Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1248

A Mountain of a Problem

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

Two detectives investigate why a bear woke up from hibernation early and uncover a larger issue affecting the environment

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Shelby & Watts series?

There are 2 books in the Shelby & Watts series. It began with Tide Pool Troubles in 2021, and the newest book, A Mountain of a Problem, was published in 2022.

What order should you read the Shelby & Watts books in?

Start with Tide Pool Troubles and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Shelby & Watts books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Shelby & Watts book is the longest?

A Mountain of a Problem (Book #2) is the longest book in the series at 2,327 words (96 pages).

Which Shelby & Watts book is the shortest?

Tide Pool Troubles (Book #1) is the shortest at 1,845 words (96 pages).

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