Seashells: Treasures from the Northeast Coast

Joanne Roach-Evans wrote and illustrated her first children's book at age nine and decided that she would grow up to be a children's book author and illustrator. She pursued her passion for art at the School of the Worcester Art Museum and her love of writing at Worcester State University, where she received her Masters in Education. She currently teaches Art and Graphic Design. As a curious naturalist, she draws inspiration from the natural world and expresses it in her writing and painting. When she's not teaching, writing, or painting, she can be found beachcombing along New England's shores. She lives in central Massachusetts with her husband, two sons, and a garden full of birds.

"If you live New England or are planning a vacation along this beautiful coastline, this is a must-have book for your little one. There are so many different beautiful treasures to be found along our beaches. This book is the perfect guide to prepare you for what you'll find and help identify the treasures you've collected. The illustrations are beautiful with colors and textures that are true to life."
––Melissa Marquis, Children's Book Review (Instagram, @childrens_book_review) 

"Perfectly sized to fit in your beach bag, this is the book to have on hand the next time you're combing the shoreline." 
— The Talking Walnut

"Seashells – Treasures From the Northeast Coast is a sweet non-fiction book that is the perfect size for little hands. This storybook could easily be included in a Montessori style hands-on learning adventure with either actual shells or picture cards. Children could also work with their teacher to create the shells out of modeling clay to really reinforce their learning.”
––The Old Schoolhouse Magazine