Shell collecting is a wonderful pastime. It doesn’t cost a
thing, and it is full of possibilities for pleasure and learning
alike. Children love shells because they are safe and easy to
pick up, they are great for decorating sand pies, or for making
into pictures in the sand. Challenges can also be thrown down:
Who can find the biggest or the smallest shell on the beach? How
many different kinds can you discover? Who can find the most
brightly coloured? Which is the prettiest shell of all? The
possibilities are endless... Young children are also fascinated
to learn more about shells, especially when they discover that
these beautiful objects are a creature’s habitat. You can
explain that shells; If you are visiting foreign shores, you may
find different types of shells washed up on the beach. But be
careful. The balance of nature is a matter of concern to us all,
and there is also a word of caution when it comes to shell
collecting. In an increasing number of countries there are local
regulations that restric