Refined Summer Sea Glass for Kids

In the seaside's enchanting realm, author Michelle Houts and illustrator Bagram Ibatoulline delve into the captivating world of one of nature's greatest wonders, weaving a tale that transcends time and connects us in profound ways.

One summer, a young boy named Thomas visits his grandmother's seaside cottage, where she presents him with a magnifying glass that once belonged to his grandfather. Armed with this treasure, Thomas embarks on a journey of discovery along the beach, transforming grains of sand into intriguing rock formations and unveiling the swirling mazes of black, gray, and white within dark clamshells.

It is during this exploration that Thomas becomes transfixed by a piece of sea glass his grandmother shows him. That night, he dreams of an old shipyard and the breaking of a bottle, leaving him to wonder if the very piece of sea glass on his nightstand could have originated from that very source. For the remainder of the summer, Thomas continues his search for more sea glass, driven by a desire to uncover the ocean's secrets through his dreams.

This captivating picture book, a stunning ode to the power of stories and the allure of the seaside, invites readers to imagine the boundless possibilities that lie within every small or forgotten treasure. Through the lens of Thomas's journey, Houts and Ibatoulline masterfully weave a narrative that celebrates the enduring connections that link us across time and space, reminding us of the magic that dwells in the most unexpected of places.

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