By Kaitlyn Wells
Illustrated By Mariyah Rahman

Guided by moonlight, a child and their uncle travel across a shimmering beach in search of clams…

Big and small, old and young, clams burrow beneath the sand, just waiting to be discovered.

This effervescent tale is a beautiful shoreside journey about creating core family memories, and the wonders of the natural world, perfect for fans of A Different Pond and Owl Moon.

May 12, 2026
32 Pages; 3-6 years
Hardcover, E-Book, Audiobook available
Macmillan Publishers/Roaring Brook Press
ISBN 9781250341198

Available at:
Amazon
Barnes & Noble
Books A Million
Bookshop
Powell’s
Target
Walmart
Macmillan Publishers

Press

“A dreamy ode to family and a soft, nocturnal, natural world.” —Kirkus Reviews

“A jubilant, anecdotal-feeling celebration of intergenerational bonding and the natural world.” —Publisher’s Weekly

“An informative delight showcasing grit, joy, and intergenerational love.“
—Booklist

“This picture book truly sparkles in the child’s intimate connection to the beachside landscape and the ambiance brought to life through figurative language and rhythmic repetition of onomatopoeia.” —Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books