There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Shell!

I know I'm not the only one who found this book to be slightly (extremely) disturbing as a kid, and even more so now.... -Zoe......more

A highly enjoyable book, this would be a great story used in the classroom as an introduction to a creative writing lesson. The book explains reasons as to why this old lady swallowed these many different things and ends with a surprising result. The fun storyline and colorful illustrations make thi......more

Great book to show the children what can be found on a beach. This can be a learning experience for children who have never visited a beach. For those who have it can be an extension to their experience. I would use this book for various lessons. For example reading this book and having many of the......more

I love any take on THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY! In this one the old lady swallows all sorts of things at the beach and then burps up a sand castle. More friendly for story time of little ones that may be afraid of the "dying" aspect of SWALLOWED A FLY or if you have a kids who may have......more

This is another good story for young students learning sequencing. Of all the "There Was An Old Lady" books I'd have to say this is my least favorite because the words and rhythm aren't quite as good and it seems like an add-on book that could've been left unwritten in my opinion. But it. Reinforces......more