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Aria and the Sea Glass Shore
Hardcover
AnimalsGeneral Juvenile FictionScience & Nature
ISBN13: 9781972016640
Publisher: Rooted and Roaming Press
Published: Jun 23 2026
Pages: 42
Weight: 0.73
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Aria and the Sea Glass Shore is a beautifully illustrated children's adventure that combines friendship, nature, history, and environmental stewardship into a story young readers will treasure.
Summer has arrived along Florida's sparkling coastline, and Aria cannot wait to spend her days searching the beach with her faithful duck companions, Amelia and George Washington. Together they wander the shoreline collecting seashells, discovering treasures hidden by the tide, and enjoying the warm sunshine that dances across the waves.
When Amelia suddenly chases a sandpiper and disappears down the beach, Aria begins a journey to find her friend. Along the way she discovers tide pools filled with tiny sea creatures, colorful shells polished by the ocean, and pieces of sea glass sparkling like jewels in the sand.
As she searches, Aria meets the remarkable Rachel Carson, a scientist, writer, and nature lover whose work helped people better understand and protect the natural world. Rachel shares stories about her childhood adventures exploring nature, her fascination with the ocean, and her belief that every person can help care for the environment.
Together, Aria and Rachel explore the shoreline and discover how beaches, oceans, birds, fish, sea turtles, and marine mammals are all connected. Through gentle conversations and hands-on exploration, Aria learns why clean water matters, how wildlife depends on healthy habitats, and why even small acts of kindness toward nature can make a difference.
As the day unfolds, Aria gains a deeper appreciation for the wonders around her. She watches dolphins leap through the waves, observes seabirds gliding above the shoreline, and learns that every shell, every tide pool, and every piece of sea glass has a story to tell. Most importantly, she discovers that protecting nature begins with paying attention to the world around us.
When Amelia is finally found safe and sound, Aria returns home carrying more than sea glass treasures. She carries new knowledge, a greater love for the natural world, and a promise to help protect the places she loves.
Filled with warmth, curiosity, friendship, and discovery, Aria and the Sea Glass Shore introduces young readers to the inspiring legacy of Rachel Carson while encouraging them to explore, ask questions, and become caretakers of the world around them.
Perfect for children ages 4 to 9, this engaging story blends adventure and learning with beautiful coastal scenery, memorable characters, and an uplifting message about conservation, kindness, and the enduring magic of nature. Through Aria's journey, young readers will discover that even the smallest person can help make a big difference in protecting the wonders of our world.
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