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Highlights
- A hilarious celebration of summertime, curiosity, and outdoor play in this companion to Just One Flake, from critically acclaimed author-illustrator and elementary school librarian Travis Jonker It's the perfect day to go to the beach.
- 4-8 Years
- 9.2" x 9.3" Hardcover
- 48 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Humorous Stories
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About the Book
Determined to catch a wave at the beach, Liam tries everything in his power to coax the still waters until finally deciding to make a wave himself.Book Synopsis
A hilarious celebration of summertime, curiosity, and outdoor play in this companion to Just One Flake, from critically acclaimed author-illustrator and elementary school librarian Travis Jonker It's the perfect day to go to the beach. The sun is shining, the sand is warm, and the water is . . . completely still? Liam is determined to catch a wave, no matter what. He tries waiting patiently . . . no luck. He asks the seagulls for help . . . they are no help. He even tries tempting a wave with his beautiful sandcastle, but the water refuses to budge. Nothing seems to work. Until, in a sudden moment of inspiration, Liam realizes if he can't find a wave, he'll just have to make one himself. From librarian and picture-book creator Travis Jonker comes this companion to the beloved Just One Flake--another hilarious and satisfying story all about the magic and creativity of outdoor play.Review Quotes
"[A] charming sequel to Just One Flake...an ideal book for sharing aloud or to hand to beginning readers anxious to read a book...A great purchase...for showing persistence, patience, and acceptance."-- "School Library Journal"
"[A]n easy-to-follow story that is both comedically silly and totally relatable...there's more than enough in this story to be a perfect beach readaloud with a preschooler who relishes visual humor."-- "Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"
"Its plot is positive, unpredictable, and engaging; realistic, relatable dialogue and clear lettering make this a good option for burgeoning readers...A satisfying tale that sees its protagonist striving once more for a single iconic experience."-- "Kirkus Reviews"
About the Author
Travis Jonker is an elementary school librarian and the creator of the kidlit blog 100 Scope Notes. He is the author of picture books like Blue Floats Away, The Very Last Castle, and Caboose, as well as the author-illustrator of Just One Flake. He lives near Lake Michigan with his wife and two children. Visit him online at 100scopenotes.com.Dimensions (Overall): 9.2 Inches (H) x 9.3 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)
Weight: .9 Pounds
Suggested Age: 4-8 Years
Number of Pages: 48
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Humorous Stories
Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
Author: Travis Jonker
Language: English
Street Date: April 15, 2025
TCIN: 94473492
UPC: 9781419773716
Item Number (DPCI): 247-32-3431
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.5 inches length x 9.3 inches width x 9.2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.9 pounds
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