At the Beach

“Oliphant’s soft drawings, which look to be a mix of watercolor and colored pencil, capture the flow of sand and water well. . . While the youngster was pleasingly more self-reliant and self-assured in previous offerings, his play and his interactions with the natural world continue to ring true.”—Kirkus Reviews

“The gentle scenes are depicted in watercolor and pencil, with one or two words per page. . . This simple story will resonate with parents and children.”—School Library Journal