Shelly and the Golden Shell
by David Bodzin
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Pub Date 1 Jan 2024 | Archive Date 2 Aug 2024
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Description
Uncover the magic of self-discovery with Shelly, the turtle who finds her true colors in a world of wonder and whimsy.
Shelly and the Golden Shell is a beautifully crafted tale that sparks the imagination and warms the heart. Written by David Bodzin and brought to life through the vibrant illustrations of Maria Savko.
Journey alongside Shelly, a young turtle whose shell lacks the vibrant colors of her peers. Feeling outcast and alone, Shelly embarks on an adventure filled with magic, challenges, and self-discovery. In the depths of her loneliness, Shelly ventures beyond the familiar, propelled by a yearning to find where she truly belongs. Her path leads her to a mystical waterfall, where the magic of the place reveals Shelly's true beauty, not just to herself, but to the world. As the sun's rays dance across the waterfall, Shelly’s plain shell transforms, unveiling a dazzling spectrum of colors that reflect her inner strength and beauty.
Shelly and the Golden Shell is a powerful narrative about the journey to self-acceptance, the courage to be oneself, and the discovery that our worth comes from within. As Shelly learns to embrace her unique qualities, she teaches us that true beauty and confidence are found in being authentic and loving oneself.
Perfect for children and adults alike, this story is a reminder of the importance of self-love and the beauty of embracing who we are. With its gentle lessons and captivating animations, Shelly and the Golden Shell is an ideal story for bedtime, classroom reading, or as a heartfelt gift to remind someone of their own unique sparkle.
Join us on this magical adventure and let Shelly’s story inspire you and your loved ones to shine brightly, just as you are. Subscribe to our channel for more inspiring tales and animated stories that celebrate individuality and self-love.
Available Editions
| ISBN | 1981682675090 |
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Featured Reviews
Abigail L, Librarian
Shelly and the Golden Shell is a touching children’s book about Shelly, a young turtle who feels different from her colorful peers due to her plain shell. On her journey of self-discovery, Shelly learns that beauty and worth come from within.. The moment Shelly's shell transforms at the mystical waterfall, revealing her true colors, is both magical and moving. I thoroughly enjoyed this story for its gentle approach to themes of self-acceptance and individuality. It's a wonderful book to share with children, teaching them the importance of embracing who they are.
Sue E, Reviewer
Hey, got kids? Grab ‘em and start reading Shelly and the Golden Shell! 🐢✨ Shelly’s not your average turtle—her shell’s all dull, but man, does she glow up! This book’s got magic, adventure, and a little turtle with a big heart learning to rock what she’s got. David Bodzin’s words and Maria Savko’s pics? Chef’s kiss! 🍴💋 Perfect story for showing the littles how to love themselves just as they are. Trust me, you’ll wanna read it over and over. Why? ‘Cause who doesn’t love a good glow-up story with a sprinkle of magic? Grab your copy and let’s turn bedtime into magic time! 🌟📚
Stephanie M, Reviewer
The ugly duckling in beautiful turtle form. The book follows Shelley the turtle as she gets mean comments as her shell isn’t as bright as her friends. She sets out to find out how to be beautiful and tries various things, including using tree sap to stick golden bits to her. They fall off, which made my little one almost cry. The gorgeous moral is that beauty is in the eye of the beholder and we are all gorgeous, especially with the suns rays bouncing off a wet shell. Lovely.
Reviewer 743878
"Shelly and the Golden Shell" is a heartwarming story that interested me because of how I thought it may relate to my students. It follows Shelly, a young turtle who feels out of place because her shell isn't as colorful as her peers. On her journey of self-discovery, she finds a magical waterfall that transforms her shell, revealing her true beauty and inner strength.
The story teaches children that their value comes from within and encourages self-acceptance. My favorite part is how it imparts the lesson that everyone is unique and valued for who they are. This beautifully illustrated tale is perfect for bedtime or classroom reading, inspiring kids to embrace their individuality. Would recommend for elementary teachers for their classrooms!
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