This evocative wordless book about the mysteries of the sea invites readers to tell the story in their own words, which stimulates the imagination and helps develop visual literacy. Follow Alison Jay's distinctive crackle-varnished artwork as a storm - and what it brings - transforms the seashore for a day. Includes endnotes on marine life, lighthouses and the intriguing world of items that wash up on beaches. AGES: All AUTHOR: Alison Jay's signature style, which features distinctive crackle varnishing, has also been featured in Barefoot Books titles 'Listen, Listen' and 'I Took the Moon for a Walk'. SELLING POINTS: . Visual Literacy: Wordless format encourages imagination and expressive dialogue as readers tell the story in their own words . Marine Habitat: Promotes interest in sea creatures as well as coastal and oceanic preservation . Life Sciences: Includes endnotes on marine life, lighthouses and items that wash up on beaches Colour illustrations