A hermit crab who has outgrown his old shell moves into a new one, which he decorates and enhances with the various sea creatures he meets in his travels.

"Best friends Peanut Butter and Jellyfish are constantly being taunted by their neighbor, Crabby, until they help him out of a jam"--

"Brimming with photos and scientific facts, this middle-grade nonfiction book treats researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of these intriguing invertebrates of the ocean. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and a traditional Japanese story about the crab"--

"In Hermit Crabs, early readers will learn all about the responsibilities of having a hermit crab and find out how they can keep their pet healthy and happy. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover what it takes to be a pet owner"--From the publisher's web site.

Even kids can get involved in science! Ecologist Dr. Neeti Bathala and Jennifer Keats Curtis collaborate to bring us the story of these adventurous citizen scientists. Leena and her mom volunteer each summer to count the horseshoe crabs that visit their beach. With their dog Bobie at their sides, the duo spends a night on the shore surveying horseshoe crabs who have come to mate and lay eggs. Readers will learn valuable facts about these ancient animals...

Starfish is pointy-perfect, so wow to the wow! And her tidal pool is filled with friends and fun things. But Crab and Snail weren't invited. While the best beach friends do everything they can to catch Starfish's attention and score an invite, they begin to realize that being kind just might be the coolest of cool.

Little Crab and Very Big Crab head out for a fun time at the ocean. Then, a huge wave comes, and Little Crab must hold on tight. Very Big Crab, however, is loving it, and encourages Little Crab to be brave and open his eyes once they get beneath the wave to the wonderful world beneath the water.

"A hermit crab in need of a new, bigger shell explores the beach, trying on a variety of unsuitable objects before finding the right fit"--

Explains the responsibilities and rewards of keeping a hermit crab, including how to care for it, what to feed it, and the equipment needed.

"An introduction for young readers on the basics of how to care for a pet hermit crab. Bright photos and clear, simple text lay the foundation for children to take greater responsibility and a more active role in their pets' lives. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fun-facts section, a list of needs and dangers to the pet, and sources for further research"--Publisher description.