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Picture Book · ages 3–6

Sharing a Shell

by Julia Donaldson · illustrated by Lydia Monks

First published in 2004, Sharing a Shell is a picture book by Julia Donaldson for children aged 3 to 6. It is illustrated by Lydia Monks. Its themes include friendship, kindness and nature.

Best forAges 3–6
Age 3Age 4Age 5Age 6
FormatPicture Book
First published2004
ThemesFriendship, Kindness, Nature
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Sharing a Shell sits in this library as a picture book with a clear age fit and memorable themes. For families browsing by age, it belongs with books for children aged 3 to 6; for families browsing by values, it connects especially well with friendship, kindness and nature.

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