Beside the Sea

Name: Beside the Sea
Brand: Harper UK
Availability: InStock
Author: Emma Chichester Clark
ISBN: 9780007523917

Author: Emma Chichester Clark

Series: Melrose and Croc

Narrator: Emilia Fox

Unabridged: 5 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 05/30/2013

Categories: Children's Fiction, Animal Stories, Children's Social Themes, Classic Children's Stories

Synopsis

READ BY EMILIA FOX. Join best friends Melrose and Croc for a day of sunshine and laughter beside the sea! This glowing picture book from the creator of the Blue Kangaroo series is perfect for sharing with little children making friends. READ BY EMILIA FOX. Little Green Croc is in a snappy mood, but Melrose knows that a guessing game and a trip to the seaside will soon have his favourite friend smiling again. This charming picture book is full of sunshine, brightly capturing the warmth of true friendship. Wonderfully illustrated by Emma Chichester Clark, it’s a perfect addition to the Melrose and Croc series.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Darla on May 14, 2025

Longing for the soothing feel of the beach? 😎 When Little Croc is in a bad mood, Melrose takes him to the sea for some seaside therapy. Here is a list of things to take to the sea: A striped towel A beach ball A blue and yellow bucket This little list will take Little Croc from a "something green and qui......more

Goodreads review by Neeli on January 04, 2018

What an inspiring read! Children will love this this delightful story of the importance of having a good, understanding and supportive friend.......more

Goodreads review by AnnKersh on June 06, 2016

Wonderful book for a summer themed storytime.......more

Goodreads review by Lindsey on August 25, 2013

This book is just okay.......more

Quotes

Praise for ‘Melrose and Croc’: 'Full of bright detail, this is a picture book young readers could well dream about as being the next best thing to entering its pages.' The Independent 'Two irresistible new characters from the creator of the popular Blue Kangaroo series.' Winter edition, Primary Times 'A heart-warming tale of how friendships begin… This book is a wonderful tactile experience, from the shimmery glittery cover… to the gentle watercolours inside, which are printed on the creamiest of papers.' The Irish Times 'It delights children but adults will appreciate the period evocation of the festive-season cities and the off-season seaside.' The Sunday Times 'Incredibly touching story.' Primary Times 'Gorgeous Christmassy story about friendship.' Angels and Urchins 'You don't have to get too sentimental to find something special…The light in the illustrations makes this book all the more magical.' Junior 'A beautifully illustrated and heart-warming tale.' Family Interest Magazine 'This author/illustrator goes from strength to strength… Mouth-watering illustrations, ideal text, two mightily engaging characters – altogether the star on top of the tree.' Carousel