Avril
The small Golden Guide and the Eyewitness book are both great.  Sorry I don't
have more information since I am at work.  I have both at home.


Avril Bourquin wrote:

> Good evening Conch-lers,
>
> I would like to hear your opinions as to which shell identification book/s
> would be the best for young people to start their new hobby with.  Is there
> a good book specifically aimed towards the younger collector?  Please keep
> in mind price as not all parents are willing to "shell out"  big bucks when
> collecting shells could just be another fly-by-night hobby that their
> youngster is at present interested in.
>
> I would also be interested to hear your thoughts on what shells should be
> included in a starter collection for pre teens and teenagers.  It would be
> great if some of you commercial folks could offer such sets at reasonable
> prices for children or educators to use   Has or is such a kit available any
> where?
>
> Thanks in advance for any and all help and have a good day, evening or
> night.
>
> All the best,
>
> Avril Bourquin
> P.O.Box 366
> Invermere, British Columbia
> Canada
> V0A 1K0
>
> Phone: (250) 342-7224
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