Surrounded By Sea
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006 · Est. 9 min read-aloud

Surrounded By Sea

Written by Gail Gibbons

Explore island life through changing seasons and maritime traditions.

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32 pages· 1,109 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud· ~670L
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Bookroo's summary

Experience the rhythm of island life as each season unfolds by the sea. Witness the ferry's vital role in connecting the island, and join fishermen as they ready their nets for summer's bounty. Discover the secrets of buoys and lobster traps, and marvel at the diverse boats dotting the horizon. What stories do the waves whisper as the island's heartbeat echoes through the tides?

From the publisher

Discover what life is like season by season when you’re surrounded by the sea. See the ferry that brings people and supplies to the island and the fisherman preparing their nets for the summer fishing season. Learn about the significance of buoys, the workings of lobster traps, and the variety of boats you can see from the shore.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
1,109
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~670L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.3
F&P level
~P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
104927
Publication
Published
January 3, 2006
Publisher
Holiday House
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780823420216
LCCN
2004054089
OCLC
56194980

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