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“STEAM concepts are seamlessly interwoven throughout. . . . Sunny watercolor illustrations match the text’s bright and playful tone, while back matter offers scientific facts and a hands-on sand activity, making for a highly readable adventure that champions critical thinking and creativity.”
—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

“A sandy treat for young STEM-winders.”
—Kirkus Reviews

Cora’s Beach Adventure

Written by Sally M. Walker
Illustrated by Julie Kwon
Published by MIT Kids Press

Pack your beach bag and join Cora and Gran for some discoveries by the shore! Test sand to figure out what kind makes the best castle. Find out how sea animals survive low tide. Investigate sea stars in a tide pool—and rescue them from drying out. And what tops off a day at the beach better than a big ice cream sundae? The welcoming text by nonfiction author extraordinaire Sally M. Walker, ideal for early readers moving into chapter books, is followed by back matter expounding on the three STEAM concepts introduced and inviting kids to experiment with their own sandcastle-building activity.

Primary ISBN: 9781536240313
Publication Date: July 2026
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Early Chapter Book, Age 05 or older

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