Seashells by the Seashore: A Counting Book for Kids Perfect for the Beach or Classroom (Includes Different Facts About Seashells)
Sharing Nature With Children Book Series
What’s inside...
Explore the wonders of the seashore with two engaging books that introduce young children to the natural treasures found on the beach, specifically seashells. The first book offers a hands-on experience as children discover, count, and identify ten common seashells, learning about their origins and importance as former homes of sea creatures. The second book, available in both paperback and board book formats, is a beautifully illustrated rhyming and counting story that follows a character named Sue as she collects seashells as a birthday gift for her grandmother. With features like tear-out sheets of shell types and interactive counting elements, these books educate children about various seashells, their inhabitants, and how to handle them responsibly if they're found to be still occupied.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
26 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Sue
Discussion points
What kind of seashell do you like best from the book and why?
How many seashells can you count on this page? Let's count together!
If you could pick up one of these seashells at the beach, which one would you choose and what would you do with it?
What do you think lives inside these different seashells?
Can you remember any fun fact from the book about seashells? What did it teach you?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to articulate thoughts by asking them to describe the textures, colors, and sizes of seashells depicted in the book.
Use a playful counting game approach for each page to make learning numbers fun and interactive.
Link the facts from the book to real-life beach experiences, prompting your child to connect book knowledge with the world around them.
After reading, consider a creative activity like drawing their favorite seashell or making seashell crafts to deepen engagement with the book's content.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Counting and Numeracy Skills
Explanation: Through engaging with vivid illustrations and interactive text, children learn to count different seashells, enhancing their numerical abilities.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these skills in everyday life by counting objects they encounter, from toys to steps, fostering an active and practical understanding of numbers.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for Nature
Explanation: The book provides various facts about seashells, encouraging children to appreciate and respect the natural world.
Real-World Application: This can translate to children engaging in activities like recycling, conserving water, or participating in local clean-up days, fostering a sense of responsibility towards environmental conservation.
Example Lesson: Observational Skills
Explanation: Identifying different seashells and their characteristics can enhance children's attention to detail and observational abilities.
Real-World Application: These skills can help children in academic settings, such as noticing patterns or details in images, texts, and the environment, which are crucial for learning across subjects.