Strand

by Ximo Abadía, Sophie Zeitz (Translator)

Down at the beach you can do so many things! You can build sand castles, play paddles or frisbee, go canoeing, jump from rocks, stand up paddle boarding, search for treasures or watch the sunset! The Beach is a lovely visual journey for young children, all about the joy of being outside in nature. Let’s go on an adventure!

32 pages, Hardcover

First published June 13, 2022

About the author

Ximo Abadía is a highly acclaimed artist, living and working in Spain. He has illustrated numerous publications including The Speed of Starlight and his work was selected for the Bologna Children's Illustrator's Exhibition in 2017.

Reviews

[Arina · Rating 5 out of 5]

'Nobody gets bored on the beach.'

[Kirsten - Children's Library Lady]

The Beach explores the many activities you can do at the beach, including burying Grandpa, kayaking, building sandcastles, blowing up inflatable toys, and eating ice cream.

The Beach sparks discussions on summer activities, the value of spending exploring nature, beach ecosystems, and curiosity.

Discussion Questions
1. How do the illustrations in The Beach show the atmosphere and activities of a day at the beach? Discuss how color, detail, and perspective contribute to the story.
2. What are some things you might discover at the beach? How does the beach encourage us to be curious?
3. What elements of the beach environment does the book highlight, and how does it encourage us to protect these natural spaces?
4. The book is largely visual, with minimal text. How do you fill in the gaps and create a narrative as you look through the illustrations?
5. How does the diversity of beach life help us understand the importance of the beach ecosystem?
6. Reflect on a personal experience at the beach. How does it compare to the experiences depicted in The Beach?
7. Discuss how enjoying natural spaces like the beach can lead to a desire to protect them. What are some ways we can help preserve these environments?