What a Shell Can Tell

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A stunning, lavishly illustrated, and information-packed introduction to the wonder of shells through the art of observation - the perfect book for young explorers, collectors, and nature lovers everywhere. Award-winning marine biologist Helen Scales introduces children to the wonders of shells through the art of observation. Using a friendly question-and-answer format, she explores, through a richly sensory experience, the incredible diversity of shells around the world and showcases the environments mollusks inhabit. From what a shell's shape, color, or texture can reveal about its inhabitant, to where shells are found, with this book, readers can get up close with nature to observe its wonders. Written by Helen Scales, Illustrated by Sonia Pulido.Recommended for ages 6+.Hardcover, 48 pages. Show more