Penny Freeland

Nana Seaglass Penny Freeland

This is a delightful story by published poet and short story writer, Penny Freeland and by writer and primary school teacher, Rosemary Dellapina, who has thirty years of teaching experience. The book has beautiful illustrations by well-known Hatteras Island artist, Sheila Jackson, established in 1989. It teaches children to read in a way that is fun and informative. They learn where sea glass comes from and how to find it. It is great for K-4 grade readers. The ages for this book are 6-10, but a bright child will be able to read it at an earlier age. It is really a good read for all ages and for anyone interested in collecting sea glass. Sea glass collectors are becoming more numerous, as beach combers are becoming aware of the hobby. This book introduces children to what will become a life-time hobby. Each piece of glass is a one of a kind find. Jewelry can be made from the treasures the ocean tosses us on a good walk. Eyes get accustomed to finding glass and it gets easier. Knowing where and when to look helps with finding these treasures. This is an example of trash gone good, as the glass that was discarded thirty years ago becomes a beautiful sea jewel.