On the Way to the Beach

Reviews

“Each locale-the woods, a salt marsh, dunes, and the beach- is gloriously depicted in a three page foldout …this beautiful, interactive book encourages discussion, develops observation skills, and provides a learning expersience that will bring children closer to nature” —School Library Journal

“parents looking for an early approach to nature study will find this an informative offering with a playful approach” —Booklist

“Alearning resource for the home library of nature lovers. The artwork is detailed like that of a guide book, but also set within context” —Childrens Science Book Review

"Gatefold flaps on spreads of marsh, dune and beach environments open to reveal animal life that seem to be hidden in the everyday natural world." —Publishers Weekly

"Cole's marvelously detailed and accurate illustrations give readers a peek into the natural world. Children and adults alike will love the challenge of matching the names on the list with the correct illustrations. The concluding message encourages young readers to experience the excitement of seeing the animals in the area where they live by finding "a place to sit and watch and listen," something that is sometimes difficult for squirmy, noisy children to do. Perfect for introducing youngsters to the world around them, and especially appropriate for anyone who visits or lives near the seashore." —Kirkus