Tiny treasures, big discoveries―this beautifully illustrated picture book blends beachside adventure, early science, and counting fun. Seashells by the Seashore follows young Sue as she collects twelve seashells to gift her grandma. Along the way, children ages 3–8 will count each shell, learn how they're formed, and discover the fascinating creatures that once called them home. Told in lyrical rhyme and accompanied by gentle watercolor illustrations, this beloved book encourages curiosity, empathy, and a love of nature―making it a favorite for both story time and STEM exploration. Why kids, parents, and educators love this book: Encourages nature learning with fun facts about shells, mollusks, and ocean habitats - Boosts early literacy and math through rhythmic rhymes and counting practice (1–12) - Supports science education with classroom-ready content and backmatter perfect for STEM units - Includes a take-along bonus : Two shell ID guides (paperback only) ideal for beach walks or backyard hunts Includes child-friendly descriptions of all 12 featured shells and insight into how seashells are made. Perfect for fans of What Lives in a Shell? and Over in the Ocean , this is an inspiring gift for nature-loving kids, classrooms, and summer reading shelves. Kindergarten-Grade 3--In this rhyming text, a young girl accumulates a dozen shells as a gift for Grandma's birthday. Watercolor seashore vistas feature blonde Sue as she enlists her brother and his friend in finding her treasures. A vertical bar on the left side of each spread gathers the labeled collection together for viewing as the day progresses. Berkes offers ample facts in her rhymes, and gives a short paragraph of information on each type of shell on a spread at the end. Though informative, the text occasionally trails into trite rhyming pairs such as, "How the seashells glisten/In the sun that shines from heaven./Here's a bumpy Oyster Shell/So that makes seven." Noreika's detailed, realistic shell studies gracefully contrast with the misty landscapes that capture a range of unique seaside hues. While the tear-out identification card for readers to use as they roam the shore may soon be lost, young beachcombers will still be able to appreciate this lesson. Gay Lynn Van Vleck, Henrico County Library, Glen Allen, VA Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. ". . . In this lovely lilting rhyme, children walk the beach, counting, naming, and owning forever the . . . beautiful shells." -- Margery Facklam, author of "Bugs for Lunch" "I love the gentle conservation message in this beautiful story!" -- Michelle McKenzie - Monterey Bay Aquarium Marianne Berkes has spent much of her life as a teacher, children's theater director and children's librarian. She knows how much children enjoy "interactive" stories and is the author of many entertaining and educational picture books that make a child's learning relevant. Reading, music, theater, gardening, and cooking have been a constant in Marianne's life. Her books are inspired by her love of nature. Marianne hopes to open kids' eyes to the magic found in our natural world. She now writes full time. An energetic presenter at schools and conferences, Marianne believes that "hands on" learning is fun. Her website is www.MarianneBerkes.com. Robert Noreika is a watercolorist with a passion for nature and art. He attended the Paier College of Art in Hamden, Connecticut and has his studio in an Arts Center in Avon, Connecticut. He has always loved to comb the beaches and hike in the woods, and now he does so with his wife, Chris, and seven year-old daughter, Sarah. This is the fourth book he has illustrated. Used Book in Good Condition