Shells... and what they hide inside

In this board book companion to What a Shell Can Tell, award-winning marine biologist and documentary maker, Helen Scales, introduces children ages 2-4 to the wonders of shells. With over 40 flaps to lift creating interactive opportunities on every page and stunningly lifelike illustrations, children are encouraged to observe, engage with, and understand a range of shells and environments.

From where shells are found and who lives in them, to what a shell's look and feel can reveal about its inhabitant and environment, this book expands on a child’s natural instinct for collecting things. It nurtures their interest and curiosity in nature by giving them simple observation skills that will help them to explore the connections between objects found in nature and the wider ecosystem, as well as building their vocabulary.

With a timely message of environmental stewardship combined with stunning illustrations, this book encourages children to explore and care about the world around them.

Ages 2-4