"The Wave" by Margaret Hodges tells the story of a young girl named Maura who is captivated by the ocean and its power. Set in a coastal town, the narrative follows her journey of discovery as she learns about the natural world and her own inner strength. When a sudden storm threatens her community, Maura must confront her fears and take action to protect her loved ones. Through her bravery and connection to the sea, she finds her voice and a deeper understanding of her place in the world. Themes of courage, nature, and personal growth resonate throughout the tale. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 45 pages in this book. This book was published in 1997 by Harcourt Brace and Company .

Blair Lent (1930-2009) received the Caldecott Medal for The Funny Little Woman , and three Caldecott Honors. Margaret Hodges (1911-2005) was a Caldecott Award-winning American writer of books for children. She wrote and published over 40 books before retiring in 1976. She died in 2005. Trina Schart Hyman was an American illustrator of children's books. She illustrated over 150 books and won four Caldecott awards during her career.