{"product_id":"seashells-beachcombing-for-kids-an-introduction-to-beach-life-of-the-atlantic-gulf-and-pacific-coasts-paperback","title":"Seashells \u0026 Beachcombing for Kids: An Introduction to Beach Life of the Atlantic, Gulf, and Pacific Coasts - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eStephanie Panlasigui\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eErika Zambello\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn about beaches and coastal life with this children's introduction to animals, plants, and seashells.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOcean beaches capture our attention like few places on Earth-and for good reason. Two vastly different ecosystems merge here, attracting a wide variety of life forms. Become a young oceanographer. Learn all about beaches and the plants and animals found there. East Coast expert Erika Zambello and West Coast naturalist Stephanie Panlasigui present a kids' introduction to beach life. The children's book, ideal for early and middle-grade readers, conveys fascinating information for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart by learning about beaches and their various habitats, as well as tips on beach safety, collecting etiquette, and Leave No Trace principles. That's followed by an introduction to the Atlantic and Pacific coasts and an identification guide to common and noteworthy types of shells, plants, and animals-including birds, dolphins, manatees, and more. \u003ci\u003eSeashells \u0026amp; Beachcombing for Kids\u003c\/i\u003e is rounded out by family-friendly beach activities and Citizen Science Projects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside You'll Find \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner information with beachcombing tips\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe basics of oceanography\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentification guide to coastal animals, plants, and seashells\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeach-related activities that the entire family can enjoy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom her home base in North Florida, \u003cb\u003eErika Zambello\u003c\/b\u003e has explored hundreds of ecological research sites, estuarine research reserves, national parks, state parks, and national wildlife refuges across the Southeast and around the country. She was a National Geographic Young Explorer and serves on the board of the National Parks Traveler. She holds a Master's Degree in Environmental Management from the Duke Nicholas School of the Environment (where she specialized in Ecosystem Science and Conservation) and a Master's Degree in Strategic Communication from the University of West Florida. As a writer, her work has been featured in \u003ci\u003eNational Geographic Adventure\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBirdWatching Daily\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBackpacker\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFlorida Sportsman\u003c\/i\u003e, and more. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn her home state of California, \u003cb\u003eStephanie Panlasigui\u003c\/b\u003e began her career as a naturalist, guiding children to explore redwood forests, buckeye groves, tidepools, and sandy beaches. She now works on understanding how habitat restoration can support thriving human and wildlife populations. She holds a Master's Degree in Environmental Management from Duke University and a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences from the University of California Berkeley.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 148\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 7 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 11, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48536747114746,"sku":"9781647553234","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/6071\/3012\/files\/8884fb0f74a6bdb5a54a8d3e0e5b5b2f.webp?v=1774457068","url":"https:\/\/lovingcoastalliving.com\/products\/seashells-beachcombing-for-kids-an-introduction-to-beach-life-of-the-atlantic-gulf-and-pacific-coasts-paperback","provider":"Loving Coastal Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}