Wave by Suzy Lee

Wave by Suzy Lee
(Preschool - Grade 1)

Wordless stories are both invaluable tools in early literacy and just plain fun to 'read' with your child. Though Wave contains no text aside from its simple title, it has a real story to tell. Children learn narrative skills and oral language, both of which create a readiness to read. In Wave, the simple act of heading to the beach and sizing up a wave makes for a delightful, funny and memorable picture book.

Using charcoal and acrylics, author/illustrator Suzy Lee relates to a young child's fear of an ocean wave's size and surprise factor. Our young heroine approaches cautiously, tries a few intimidating moves and finally revels in all that the wave has to offer. A laugh-out-loud story that will leave both children and parents eager to visit their nearest coastline.

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Reviewed by Amanda L., Children's Staff