The Hermit Crab
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Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2009

The Hermit Crab

Written and illustrated by Carter Goodrich

A hermit crab's flashy shell leads to unexpected heroism.

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40 pages· AD620L
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A hermit crab, content in solitude, finds a dazzling new shell. Distracted by its allure, he overlooks a mysterious object from above. As sea creatures debate its purpose, a flounder becomes trapped. Drawn by enticing aromas, the hermit crab unwittingly rescues the flounder, thrusting him into the spotlight. Can he handle his newfound fame?

From the publisher

The hermit crab would prefer to blend into the background. He is happy to spend his time alone, looking for food. But when he finds a flashy new shell, he can’t resist trying it on for size. He is so taken with it that he doesn’t notice the mysterious contraption that floats down from the surface. While the lobster wonders if the contraption is a restaurant and the bluefish thinks it’s a trap, the poor flounder gets stuck underneath! When the hungry hermit crab investigates the delicious smells coming from the contraption and frees the flounder, he inadvertently becomes a hero. But is the hermit crab ready for the limelight?

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Reading levels
ATOS
~4
F&P level
~O
Publication
Published
June 2, 2009
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781416938927

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