Book Nook - Animal Adventures: Day in the Bay

Families can now bring the magic of the seashore home with Animal Adventures: Day in the Bay, by Fiona Craig, a vibrant new book from The Collective Book Studio that introduces young readers to the creatures of the coast. This beautifully crafted board book features 24 full-color photographs of coastal animals in their natural habitats. Its sturdy matte-laminated pages with spot gloss details are designed for tiny hands and endless re-reads—whether at home, in the classroom, or by the water’s edge

 

From sunrise to sunset, young readers get to follow crabs, seagulls, seals, and other beach-dwelling friends as they go about their daily routines, captured through stunning, real-life photography and gentle rhyming text. As children follow each animal’s journey from morning to night, they’ll begin to learn about time, daily activities, and the beauty of the natural world, all while strengthening early language and observation skills.

 

“The beach has a natural rhythm that mirrors a child’s day—waking up, exploring, playing, resting,” says Craig. “I wrote this book to invite families to slow down and notice those moments of wonder together.”

 

Whether planning your next trip to the coast or simply bringing the magic of the sea home, Animal Adventures: Day in the Bay makes every day a little more wild and wonderful.

 

Raised in the wild beauty of New Zealand's Eyre Mountains, Fiona Craig has a deep reverence for nature, its quiet wisdom in rhythms, the land, and all its creatures. She lives with her spirited daughter, a mischievous cat, and a lush jungle of houseplants.

 

The Collective Book Studio is a woman-owned, full-service publishing studio that works with authors, brands, and companies to create, develop, and publish high-quality books. With a focus on innovative content and striking design, The Collective Book Studio offers a unique approach to the publishing process, providing clients with expertise and collaborative support from concept to creation.

 

The Collective Book Studio, based in Oakland, CA, publishes high-quality lifestyle, gift, and children’s books. Their books are distributed by Simon & Schuster, a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages. For more information, visit www.simonandschuster.com