Just One Wave bookcover

Just One Wave

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Description

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.

Product Details

PublisherAbrams Books for Young Readers
Publish DateApril 15, 2025
Pages48
LanguageEnglish
TypeBook iconHardback
EAN/UPC9781419773716
Dimensions9.2 X 9.3 X 0.5 inches | 0.9 pounds

About the Author

Travis Jonker is an elementary school librarian and the creator of 100 Scope Notes, a kidlit blog hosted by School Library Journal. He was a member of the 2014 Caldecott committee. Jonker lives with his wife and two children in Zeeland, Michigan.

Reviews

"[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"

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