Who wrote A First Book of the Sea?

It is written by Nicola Davies and illustrated by Emily Sutton, bringing together beautifully observed poems and exquisite pictures that celebrate the sea.

What is the book about?

It is a glorious collection of poems about sea creatures and places — from manta rays and puffins to harbours, storms and pearl divers — with pictures of oceans, islands, shipwrecks and reefs.

Who is it suitable for?

It is a children's book, lovely to share with young readers. Its poems and pictures suit children, families and anyone who loves the sea.

Yes, it is a collection of poems about the sea, paired with exquisite illustrations, making it both a poetry book and a beautiful picture book.

Yes. A beautifully made children's book celebrating the sea makes a treasured gift for young sea lovers, nature lovers and budding readers.

Is it nice to read together?

Very much so. The poems are lovely to read aloud, and the exquisite illustrations make it a wonderful book to share and enjoy together.

Does it cover real sea creatures?

Yes. It features real creatures and places, from manta rays, puffins and flying fish to the Arctic and Antarctic Oceans, tropical islands and coral reefs.

Why choose this book?

It combines beautiful poetry and exquisite illustration to celebrate the sea, making it a richer, more treasured gift than a standard activity book.

A First Book of the Sea

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By Nicola Davies: A glorious collection written by Nicola Davies and illustrated by Emily Sutton.
Poems about the sea: Beautifully observed poems about manta rays, puffins, flying fish, harbours and storms.
Exquisite illustrations: Exquisite pictures of the Arctic and Antarctic Oceans, tropical islands, shipwrecks and reefs.
A celebration of the sea: A book that celebrates the sea in all its variety, for children and families to enjoy together.
A lovely children's gift: A beautiful, characterful gift for young sea lovers, nature lovers and budding readers.

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Top Highlights

Full details

By Nicola Davies: A glorious collection written by Nicola Davies and illustrated by Emily Sutton.
Poems about the sea: Beautifully observed poems about manta rays, puffins, flying fish, harbours and storms.
Exquisite illustrations: Exquisite pictures of the Arctic and Antarctic Oceans, tropical islands, shipwrecks and reefs.
A celebration of the sea: A book that celebrates the sea in all its variety, for children and families to enjoy together.
A lovely children's gift: A beautiful, characterful gift for young sea lovers, nature lovers and budding readers.

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A glorious children's collection celebrating the sea, written by Nicola Davies and illustrated by Emily Sutton. It gathers beautifully observed poems about manta rays, puffins and flying fish, harbours, storms and pearl divers, with exquisite pictures of life in the Arctic and Antarctic Oceans, tropical islands, ancient shipwrecks and coral reefs. It is a lovely gift for young sea lovers.

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