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Just One Wave: A Picture Book

by Travis Jonker

A beach day in search of a wave

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A beach day in search of a wave

On a beach where the water stays still, Liam’s wish to catch a wave turns into a series of attempts involving patience, seagulls, and a sandcastle. The story’s central turn shifts the focus from waiting for nature to cooperate to using imagination and initiative outdoors. As a companion to *Just One Flake*, it brings curiosity and play to a familiar summertime setting, with the search for a wave providing the thread that connects Liam’s experiments.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 who enjoy humorous picture books
  • Young readers interested in beach settings and outdoor play
  • Families seeking a read-aloud about curiosity and imaginative problem-solving

Themes

Outdoor playCuriosityImaginationProblem-solving

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Book overview

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.
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