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I enjoyed this book about the materials that make up the modern world and the history and economies around them. It‘s highly readable and accessible. Rigorous on facts & science but he tells it in a conversational voice with narrative drive. Fascinating to learn about the importance of sand & glass for example, & the modern need for copper & lithium. It shows how interdependent we are as supply chains are so complex. Recommended.

“So did Sandy's tail.”

This book would be great to explain homophones to older grades as the title is a play on words. There is also personification as the main character draws the tail in the sand- “swish-swoosh.” There is also repetition throughout the story.

A Beach Tail by Karen Lynn Williams published in 2010 follows a young main character as he creates a drawing in the sand who he names Sandy. The pictures are of the perspective of the young boy as he continues on and on with the tail of Sandy. The almost grainy looking illustrations help bring a nostalgic feel to the picture book. In the end, Sandy becomes more useful than just a fun activity.

Geared to kids ages 4 to 7, this book deals with every child's dream of making a summer vacation last forever. This book shows them how by using a handful of sand. #ISpyBingoJuly @Clwojick @TheAromaofBooks

“Swish Swoosh”

This book would be great to explain homophones to older grades as the title is a play on words. There is also personification as the main character draws the tail in the sand- “swish-swoosh“. There is also repetition throughout the story.

A Beach Tail by Karen Lynn Williams, 2010 follows a young main character as he creates a drawing in the sand who he names Sandy. The pictures are of the perspective of the young boy as he continues on and on with the tail of Sandy. The almost grainy looking illustrations help bring a nostalgic feel to the picture book and create a more life like image of sand. The cover of this book is also reflective like sand.

“Swish-swoosh“

I would use this book for older grades (3-5) because the title is a play on words and this can be a good introduction to homophones.