A lively story about three friends who enjoy a summer day at the seaside catching crabs and helping a little boy to dig a moat; for 7-9 year-old readers who are beginning to read independently. 26 black-and-white illustrations.

Stori hyfryd am helyntion tri ffrind wrth iddynt fwynhau diwrnod o haf yn hela crancod ar lan y môr ac yn helpu bachgen bach i greu ffos; i ddarllenwyr 7-9 oed sy'n dechrau darllen yn annibynnol. 26 llun du-a-gwyn.

This summer story leaps into action with Riley rushing out into the early morning sunshine to enjoy his favourite pastime of crabbing. His excitement, expectation and obvious skill infect the reader immediately before two friendly rivals join him unexpectedly for a light-hearted competition.

The good-natured teasing and kind-hearted deeds of the rather motley threesome are described by means of lively dialogue, playful, invented songs and colourful imagery.

The whole effect of this joyous book is as sweet as any of the delicious ice-creams that the children consume with relish. We enjoy a taste of summer too.

Hilary Cooper

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