It’s beach weather and that means sensational summertime stories. Whether you’re heading to the beach, or building sandcastles at home, these five fun books for little readers are as essential as swimmers and sunscreen this summer.
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A beautiful picture book about hope, change and the passing of time. Winner of the Caldecott Medal 2019. -
A stunningly beautiful and powerful take on climate change, standing up for what you believe in, and the power of hope. With lyrical text by acclaimed author Trent Jamieson and illustrations by CBCA Award-winner Rovina Cai that will resonate long after reading. For fans of Shaun Tan and Armin Greder. -
There's a curious commotion at the bottom of the ocean . . . -
A hilarious summertime story about an egotistical seagull and a self-effacing crab that reads like a mash-up of Mo Willems and My Cousin Vinny.
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