Contains advice on how to build an impressive seashell collection.

The week of her tenth birthday, Alice and her parents go to Sanibel Island, Florida, just as they do every year, but this time some of the people who are always there are missing and some new people have come, which unsettles Alice, who wants things to be exactly the same as they alway are.

"Hermit Crab has outgrown his shell; it's time for an upgrade. The beach is strewn with options, but none are quite right. A rock is too heavy; a tin can is too noisy; a fishing net too many holes. When a giant wave sends Hermit Crab careening toward a hungry porcupine fish, there can be no more dillydallying. He needs a new home to hide in -- and fast!"--

"From the acclaimed duo Dianna Hutts Aston and Sylvia Long comes this gorgeous look at the fascinating world of shells. From land snails to freshwater mussels, giant clams to tiny, an incredible array of shells are showcased in all their splendor. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, this carefully researched book will spark the imaginations of children in classroom reading circles as well as on parents' laps"--

An introduction to sea shells, discussing the different types of shells, where they are found, and how they are made.

This fun and informative series defines and illustrates the unique features of various animals. This book focuses on shells and highlights the animals that have shells. It also encourages creative thinking by asking readers to imagine what they would do if they had a shell. The back matter includes a page showing images of additional animals, and a glossary. Colorful, engaging photos provide moderate support of text and assists with word recognition....