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Finding My Wave

by Alexandra Katona

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Mia’s First Wave

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Mia’s First Wave

An early-morning surf outing gives Mia and her abuela a shared challenge: the waves feel intimidating, and Mia admits she is afraid. With her grandmother’s encouragement and guidance, she finds the courage to stand on her board and ride her first real wave. The story brings together a child’s growing confidence, a close grandparent-grandchild bond, and the experience of learning to face a fear. Spanish words in the dialogue, including “mi amor” and “Wepa,” are part of the family’s exchange.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 interested in stories about surfing and trying something new.
  • Families seeking a picture book about a grandparent and grandchild sharing an activity.
  • Readers looking for a story that addresses fear and growing confidence.

Themes

Courage and fearGrandparent-grandchild connectionSurfing and the oceanGrowing confidence

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Book overview

Mia finds her bravery and catches her first real wave while surfing with her abuela in this joyful, lyrical picture book that's perfect for summer and for grandparent/grandchild sharing.

One early morning, Mia and her abuela head to the ocean to surf. But Mia's tummy is churning wildly. Will she finally be able to make it past the whitewash? The way the waves are crashing makes her feel very small, and she admits to her grandmother that she's afraid. "It's OK to be scared, mi amor," her abuelita says. "Become friends with your fears and they turn into courage."

And so, with Lita's guidance and a newfound bravery, Mia is finally able to pop to her feet on the board. " Wepa!" her abuela cheers as Mia glides through the water, her heart leaping out of her chest. It's unlike anything in the world, and now she's ready to find the next wave and the next.
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