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Cannonball
He's ready to make a splash!
I'm ready to pull off the perfect cannonball, but everyone has advice.
"You need more weight"
"Bigger shorts!"
"More muscles!"
"BIGGER SHORTS!"
All it really takes is listening to your own voice and finding the courage to make the perfect cannonball.
I'm ready to pull off the perfect cannonball, but everyone has advice.
"You need more weight"
"Bigger shorts!"
"More muscles!"
"BIGGER SHORTS!"
All it really takes is listening to your own voice and finding the courage to make the perfect cannonball.
40 pages, Hardcover
Published June 1, 2020
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About the author
Sacha Cotter
11 books10 followersSacha is a children's writer based in Wellington, New Zealand.
She is the author of picture books Keys, Ngā Kī, The Marble Maker, and Te Kaihanga Māpere.
Her third picture book with HUIA Publishers, The Bomb, will be released later in 2018.
Sacha is also involved in writing for The Kiddets, an animated children’s television show produced by Pukeko Pictures.
Before publishing her first book Keys, Sacha gained an arts degree and a teaching diploma. Whilst living in Valencia, Spain, Sacha completed several short film courses. During this time her short script 'Wasabi Peas' was a semi-finalist at the 2013 L.A Comedy Shorts Festival.
Since returning to New Zealand Sacha has completed the Writing for Children Workshop and the Television Master Class with the International Institute of Modern Letters at Victoria University. She has also participated in a writing workshop under the tutelage of Kate de Goldi.
Awards:
LIANZA Children & Young Adults Book Awards 2015 Te Kura Pounamu (Te Reo Māori) Finalist for Ngā Kī
New Zealand Book Awards for Children & Young People 2015 Picture Book Finalist for Keys
New Zealand Book Awards for Children & Young People 2015 Māori Language Award Winner for Ngā Kī
IBBY International Honour List 2016 for Ngā Kī
New Zealand Book Awards for Children & Young Adults 2017 Winner Te Kura Pounamu (Te Reo Māori) for Te Kaihanga Māpere
Website and Resources:
www.sachacotter.com
https://www.facebook.com/cotter.morga...
She is the author of picture books Keys, Ngā Kī, The Marble Maker, and Te Kaihanga Māpere.
Her third picture book with HUIA Publishers, The Bomb, will be released later in 2018.
Sacha is also involved in writing for The Kiddets, an animated children’s television show produced by Pukeko Pictures.
Before publishing her first book Keys, Sacha gained an arts degree and a teaching diploma. Whilst living in Valencia, Spain, Sacha completed several short film courses. During this time her short script 'Wasabi Peas' was a semi-finalist at the 2013 L.A Comedy Shorts Festival.
Since returning to New Zealand Sacha has completed the Writing for Children Workshop and the Television Master Class with the International Institute of Modern Letters at Victoria University. She has also participated in a writing workshop under the tutelage of Kate de Goldi.
Awards:
LIANZA Children & Young Adults Book Awards 2015 Te Kura Pounamu (Te Reo Māori) Finalist for Ngā Kī
New Zealand Book Awards for Children & Young People 2015 Picture Book Finalist for Keys
New Zealand Book Awards for Children & Young People 2015 Māori Language Award Winner for Ngā Kī
IBBY International Honour List 2016 for Ngā Kī
New Zealand Book Awards for Children & Young Adults 2017 Winner Te Kura Pounamu (Te Reo Māori) for Te Kaihanga Māpere
Website and Resources:
www.sachacotter.com
https://www.facebook.com/cotter.morga...
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February 28, 2020
Are cannonballs a big deal in New Zealand? Judging by this book, it certainly seems like it. Cannonball is a story related by a young Maori boy who wants to achieve the perfect cannonball. But his attempts fail, and everyone has all kinds of (unhelpful) advice. It isn't until his grandmother tells him to be himself and do things his own way that he finally achieves his goal.
The story is sometimes in rhyme and sometimes not. I don't really mind, since the rhyming bits are mostly the kid's internal monologue. There's an interesting glossary at the back of different poses used to jump into the water, complete with names. The illustrations, though, are probably going to be what appeals to most readers. They're colourful and detailed, and show plenty of diversity within the cannonballing community.
I'm still not sure why cannonballs are such a big deal, but they make for an interesting premise. I can't say that I've ever read a book about cannonballing before, let alone one set in New Zealand.
Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Jabberwocky for providing a digital ARC.
The story is sometimes in rhyme and sometimes not. I don't really mind, since the rhyming bits are mostly the kid's internal monologue. There's an interesting glossary at the back of different poses used to jump into the water, complete with names. The illustrations, though, are probably going to be what appeals to most readers. They're colourful and detailed, and show plenty of diversity within the cannonballing community.
I'm still not sure why cannonballs are such a big deal, but they make for an interesting premise. I can't say that I've ever read a book about cannonballing before, let alone one set in New Zealand.
Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Jabberwocky for providing a digital ARC.
February 11, 2020
This book is darling. At first, I just liked it. It's colorful, the rhyme is pretty good, the grandma even gives advice in the form of real diving lingo. But when I got to the end and saw this kid's real character shine, I just loved him. You go, kid. :) This is a fun picture book that will encourage kids to be themselves, be brave, and listen to their own guts. They'll also learn some cool diving terminology and probably smile. Great fun with a good message.
I read a temporary digital ARC of this book for the purpose of review.
I read a temporary digital ARC of this book for the purpose of review.
February 26, 2020
This inspiring book encourages kids to think for themselves, follow their gut-reactions and do things their own way. It administers a perfect life lesson for both the young and the old.
A young boy dreams of doing the perfect cannonball and wants to show everyone his prowess. He only has one problem, he's terrified to jump off the diving board.
Everyone gives him advice on how to make that flawless leap.
"You need more weight!"
"Bigger shorts!"
"More muscles!"
BIGGER SHORTS!"
The boy tries all the gimmicks suggested to him but in doing so discovers it only makes him more uncertain and frightened of not being able to succeed with his idealist task.
He receives coaching from his beloved Nan.
"Listen to your heart, to your mind,
to the pull that's inside. Do it your way."
"My way?"
"Yes baby, all the way!"
Can he muster up the courage inside of him and listen to what his inner voice is dictating to him to make that perfect cannonball splash?
The rhyming text is greatly enriched by emotional, colourful illustrations. They are very well executed and action-packed. The book encourages kids to be themselves, to be brave, to find their confidence and then...... go for it. I highly recommend this book.
A young boy dreams of doing the perfect cannonball and wants to show everyone his prowess. He only has one problem, he's terrified to jump off the diving board.
Everyone gives him advice on how to make that flawless leap.
"You need more weight!"
"Bigger shorts!"
"More muscles!"
BIGGER SHORTS!"
The boy tries all the gimmicks suggested to him but in doing so discovers it only makes him more uncertain and frightened of not being able to succeed with his idealist task.
He receives coaching from his beloved Nan.
"Listen to your heart, to your mind,
to the pull that's inside. Do it your way."
"My way?"
"Yes baby, all the way!"
Can he muster up the courage inside of him and listen to what his inner voice is dictating to him to make that perfect cannonball splash?
The rhyming text is greatly enriched by emotional, colourful illustrations. They are very well executed and action-packed. The book encourages kids to be themselves, to be brave, to find their confidence and then...... go for it. I highly recommend this book.
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February 19, 2021omgomgomgomg I love it so much. It's like Jabari Jumps but with flair and cultural and generational connections and it's just fantastic.
November 14, 2022
I quite like this story of resilience and finding your own way of doing things.
I like the colour and energy in the illustration.
It is refreshing reading a story that is universal to everyone having fun in the water.
The glossary will help new readers understand both Maori words and the other feats of daring that are part of taking a running leap into the water to cool off.
I like the colour and energy in the illustration.
It is refreshing reading a story that is universal to everyone having fun in the water.
The glossary will help new readers understand both Maori words and the other feats of daring that are part of taking a running leap into the water to cool off.
May 26, 2020
4.5, rounded up to 5.
Set in New Zealand and featuring a Maori family, Cannonball is a great story with a valuable message -- when you are truly yourself, you can do anything. I was happy to see that the individuality of the protagonist meant pushing aside the gendered expectations for how the character should look/dress when performing the cannonball, and I love stories that feature a strong relationship with a grandparent. The illustrations were lovely, gentle and soft until the final display at the end, which fit well with the story. The only critique is that the prose was occasionally a little clunky flipping back and forth between rhyming and not. Otherwise, a great read, perfect for summer.
**Thank you Edelweiss+ for the advanced digital copy**
Set in New Zealand and featuring a Maori family, Cannonball is a great story with a valuable message -- when you are truly yourself, you can do anything. I was happy to see that the individuality of the protagonist meant pushing aside the gendered expectations for how the character should look/dress when performing the cannonball, and I love stories that feature a strong relationship with a grandparent. The illustrations were lovely, gentle and soft until the final display at the end, which fit well with the story. The only critique is that the prose was occasionally a little clunky flipping back and forth between rhyming and not. Otherwise, a great read, perfect for summer.
**Thank you Edelweiss+ for the advanced digital copy**
January 31, 2021
Maori youth makes splash while octopus quietly implements plot to overtake humanity
October 31, 2020
The child wants to do a cannonball, but everyone offers advice on the way to do it. Finally: "...I'll do it my own special way!" And that's what happens.
Illustrations that glory in the thrill of the cannonball.
Illustrations that glory in the thrill of the cannonball.
July 7, 2020
A young boy is ready to make a big splash by performing the perfect cannonball. He's studied and made charts, checked his figures, but when it comes to make his splash, he can't seem to follow through. Everyone gives him advice, but the best advice comes from his Nana. The glossary in the book explains several different types of cannonball dives that can be performed.
September 17, 2021
I think for this book I would start a conversation with, “looking at the cover, what do you think this book will be about?” Then I would ask them if they have ever wanted to be really good at something or is there something you are working towards? How did you or how will you accomplish this and why are you working so hard to accomplish this? This is a great book about persevering and having the courage to try something, but also doing it for yourself and why it is important to you.
Published in 2020, Outstanding International Book award.
Published in 2020, Outstanding International Book award.
October 6, 2021
2018, realistic fiction. This is a wonderful story about a young boy who has a mission to have the most perfect cannonball.
April 28, 2020
I received an ARC through NetGalley from Sourcebooks Wonderland. My 5-year-old gave this picture book all the stars! And it made him want to do a cannonball. A young boy dreams of doing the perfect cannonball off the diving board and he has a strong supporter in his Nan. Everyone wants to give him pointers on how to do it best, but in the end he has to find his own style and be himself to make it feel right. I liked the warm loving relationship he had with his Nan, the colorful outdoor page spreads, and the sweet repetitive language that flowed very nicely every time he was on the diving board. The glossary at the end had definitions for types of dives as well as the meaning of a couple Maori words. A simple inclusion of terms and the beauty from New Zealand. Recommended for ages 3-7.
May 29, 2020
I received an electronic ARC from Sourcebooks Kids through NetGalley.
Beautifully illustrated story of a young boy learning to be true to himself. He longs to be the top cannonball diver but is scared when he tries to dive off the board. Everyone has advice - some more ridiculous and funny than other recommendations. Finally, he gives up but his Nan told him to listen to his own heart and trust himself. The book ends with a spectacular cannonball dive.
Cotter captures the need to belong and be recognized. The message of being true to yourself comes through clearly as she shares this Maori boy's story.
I appreciated the glossary of dives included at the end.
Beautifully illustrated story of a young boy learning to be true to himself. He longs to be the top cannonball diver but is scared when he tries to dive off the board. Everyone has advice - some more ridiculous and funny than other recommendations. Finally, he gives up but his Nan told him to listen to his own heart and trust himself. The book ends with a spectacular cannonball dive.
Cotter captures the need to belong and be recognized. The message of being true to yourself comes through clearly as she shares this Maori boy's story.
I appreciated the glossary of dives included at the end.
March 27, 2021
A Maori boy dreams of executing a cannonball, but is afraid of jumping off the diving board. His grandmother, a good diver herself, encourages him, and urges him to do it his own way. While many children will relate to the boy's fear, it is unlikely that many readers will find that a colorful and unexpected costume is the secret to success.
Compare with Jabari Jumps.
The illustrations are brightly colorful, humorous and busy.
The text is somewhat confusing with rhyming and non-rhyming passages.
The message to be oneself is overt to the point of being overdone.
Nevertheless, this book may provide an entertaining summer read and swimming lessons tie-in.
Compare with Jabari Jumps.
The illustrations are brightly colorful, humorous and busy.
The text is somewhat confusing with rhyming and non-rhyming passages.
The message to be oneself is overt to the point of being overdone.
Nevertheless, this book may provide an entertaining summer read and swimming lessons tie-in.
September 6, 2020
A cute story about a child determined to go through a right of passage of local importance (in this case, the perfect cannonball dive), but is afraid and can’t get it right. Following everyone else’s advice doesn’t help either. He has to find his own way to do it!
While I loved the variety of brown skin tones and use of te reo Māori in this book, I did feel the need to see if this book is OwnVoices. The author is a New Zealander, but seems to be white. The illustrator does indicate Maori descent on his website.
While I loved the variety of brown skin tones and use of te reo Māori in this book, I did feel the need to see if this book is OwnVoices. The author is a New Zealander, but seems to be white. The illustrator does indicate Maori descent on his website.
February 12, 2021
A dream turned to embarrassment. Trying to fit in. Trying others’ ways. Not giving up. Finding a way - my own way. The young unnamed narrator wants to make a perfect, blooming, slapping, splashing, dripping cannonball. After a few of his own failures, he tries everyone’s suggestions, which also end in embarrassing results. Finally, after consulting his Nan, (who gives him just the right encouragement to “listen to (your) heart), the book concludes with his spectacular splash.
Bright, inviting colors supply amusing details, especially on the endpapers (don’t miss the orange octopus hiding here and there). Published in 2018 in New Zealand as “The Bomb”, the brief glossary includes two Māori words.
Pair with many other stories of perseverance, such as “Great” (Glen Gretzky, 2016). Use wherever perseverance and individuality stories are called for. A creative writing exercise could have youngsters producing a mantra for one of their own dreams.
Bright, inviting colors supply amusing details, especially on the endpapers (don’t miss the orange octopus hiding here and there). Published in 2018 in New Zealand as “The Bomb”, the brief glossary includes two Māori words.
Pair with many other stories of perseverance, such as “Great” (Glen Gretzky, 2016). Use wherever perseverance and individuality stories are called for. A creative writing exercise could have youngsters producing a mantra for one of their own dreams.
April 20, 2022
4.5 Read on a recommendation from SLJ and thoroughly enjoyed. Written in New Zealand it shares the story of a Maori boy who is anxious about his first cannonball. He receives a lot of advice from different people about how to cannonball but in the end realizes the best way is his own way. I am not familiar with the culture of New Zealand but the book makes it seem like knowing how to do a cannonball is an important part of the culture. We even get flashbacks of a much younger version of his Nan doing her cannonball as she gives him her advice. The colors are vibrant and there is a so much going on in the spreads that enhance the story beyond what the words say. On my second reading I noticed that his Nan made him special swim shorts cut from presumably her dress which was very sweet. Several Maori words are sprinkled throughout. Back matter defines the different styles of cannonballs. Pair with Jabari Jumps.
April 30, 2020
Author Sacha Cotter makes the perfect splash with this children's book, "Cannonball." The story centers over a young child learning how to do a cannonball into the water. He just can't seem to figure out how to do one and everyone around him seems to have different advice on the proper technique. Will he ever find the way to execute the perfect cannonball?
Our family loved this story! Our kids are little fish in the pool who enjoy jumping in and splashing just as much as the main character in this story. We enjoyed following along on his journey of self-discovery and loved that there was a life lesson to be found in the book along with the fun adventure. The illustrations were bright, colorful and engaging! Fun for all ages of readers, the ending of this book is endearing and inspiring! We loved it and can't wait to get our own copy!
Our family loved this story! Our kids are little fish in the pool who enjoy jumping in and splashing just as much as the main character in this story. We enjoyed following along on his journey of self-discovery and loved that there was a life lesson to be found in the book along with the fun adventure. The illustrations were bright, colorful and engaging! Fun for all ages of readers, the ending of this book is endearing and inspiring! We loved it and can't wait to get our own copy!
October 13, 2021
Cannonball by Sacha Cotter hits the mark! A USBBY honor list book initially published in New Zealand translates incredibly well for an American audience, and the impact of visual literacy is outstanding!
Unfortunately, I had difficulty obtaining a copy of the book, so I listened to a video recording of a read-aloud.
The reader did a great job, and I enjoyed her prosody and tone. More importantly, I was able to enjoy the beautiful illustrations.
The boy in this book dreams of doing the perfect cannonball! With help from his Nan, he finds his courage and uniqueness to achieve his goal. This book would be a great addition to any elementary classroom to assist in teaching self-confidence and individuality. Most students could identify with the themes of family and bravery.
It could also be used as a mentor text when teaching descriptive language and prose in writing.
Unfortunately, I had difficulty obtaining a copy of the book, so I listened to a video recording of a read-aloud.
The reader did a great job, and I enjoyed her prosody and tone. More importantly, I was able to enjoy the beautiful illustrations.
The boy in this book dreams of doing the perfect cannonball! With help from his Nan, he finds his courage and uniqueness to achieve his goal. This book would be a great addition to any elementary classroom to assist in teaching self-confidence and individuality. Most students could identify with the themes of family and bravery.
It could also be used as a mentor text when teaching descriptive language and prose in writing.
October 22, 2020
Cotter's "Cannonball" can be used for a myriad of purposes--a lifeguard working with children who are learning or are afraid to swim/dive, caregivers encouraging young ones that doing things in their own unique style is best, art teachers instructing in the use of Photoshop and using illustrations that enhance not just "go with" text....So many uses for this wonderful book! A glossary of cannonball terms as well as likely unfamiliar Maori terms is included. This is possibly a #ownvoices book as author Sacha Cotter hails from New Zealand which is the home of the indigenous Polynesian people known as the Maori.
Thanks, Sourcebooks Kids, for the print ARC of this beautiful picture book for preschool through 2nd grade.
Thanks, Sourcebooks Kids, for the print ARC of this beautiful picture book for preschool through 2nd grade.
April 5, 2021
In this creative and refreshing story from New Zealand, a young Maori child is on a mission to perform the perfect cannonball. YOu see Doing an amazing cannonball is a source of pride in his community and Sunshine has been studying cannonballs for a long time with his Nan. But once he gets to the edge of the diving board, his courage fizzles. Everyone is ready to offer advice: bigger shorts, more muscles, bigger hair, more Puku. But the best advice comes from Nan. “Listen to your heart, to your mind….Do it your way.” and that is exactly what Sunshine does, making a big splash. This creative story of bravery and following your own path also includes a glossary of both diving terms and Maori words. Recommended preK-3
July 16, 2021
Sometimes blocking out the voices of others who tell you how to do things is what makes it hard to just be yourself. That is the basis of Cannonball by Sacha Cotter. Set in New Zealand, a young Maori boy is set on doing a perfect cannonball. According to him, "do an amazing cannonball around here, and you'll be something all right. SomeONE." Even though he has been practicing his dives, cannonballs seem to be out of his reach. Everyone tells him what he needs to do in order to be successful, but it still doesn't work. Fortunately his grandmother tells him to stop listening to everyone around him and instead to listen to his own heart and mind. More than anything else, she encourages him to do it his own way and of course, that works. When he is true to himself, anything is possible.
May 21, 2020
This story takes readers to a swimming hole where we find the Maori people of New Zealand enjoying a beautiful day in the water. The beautiful day is clouded by fear and nerves for one swimmer who just can't make himself jump from the platform. Everyone has advice on how to cannonball, but nothing seems to work until the fearful jumper takes matters into his own hands and does things HIS way.
This is a fun summer read with an important message to "be who you are." Colorful illustrations make this an attractive find that will find it's way into many hands. Pair this with Jabari Jumps.
I received an ARC from NetGalley.
This is a fun summer read with an important message to "be who you are." Colorful illustrations make this an attractive find that will find it's way into many hands. Pair this with Jabari Jumps.
I received an ARC from NetGalley.
June 9, 2020
'Cannonball' by Sacha Cotter with illustrations by Josh Morgan is a picture book about a young boy who wants to perfect a leap in the water.
A young boy looks to perfect his cannonball. He goes to many relatives and gets advice. They tell him he needs more weight or bigger shorts. He tries unsuccessfully. It's only when he listens to himself and taps in to his heart that great things happen.
I loved this book about overcoming fear and finding your inner voice. The illustrations are really fun.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Sourcebooks Kids and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebooks.
A young boy looks to perfect his cannonball. He goes to many relatives and gets advice. They tell him he needs more weight or bigger shorts. He tries unsuccessfully. It's only when he listens to himself and taps in to his heart that great things happen.
I loved this book about overcoming fear and finding your inner voice. The illustrations are really fun.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Sourcebooks Kids and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebooks.
February 20, 2021
In this bright book about individuality, our hero learns to rock their own style as he seeks to perfect the cannonball. Nan is there to guide and support as her "sunshine" journeys to a positive self esteem. **Don't forget to look for the orange octopus!
Text Features: glossary of "dive" terms and Maori words (Polynesian people of mainland New Zealand), recurring orange octopus hidden throughout the illustrations.
Audience: K-4th grade
Curriculum Connections: Self esteem, New Zealand, Polynesia, Maori, geography, BIPOC characters, swimming, diving
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR**school counselors**
Text Features: glossary of "dive" terms and Maori words (Polynesian people of mainland New Zealand), recurring orange octopus hidden throughout the illustrations.
Audience: K-4th grade
Curriculum Connections: Self esteem, New Zealand, Polynesia, Maori, geography, BIPOC characters, swimming, diving
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR**school counselors**
April 13, 2020
I completely love this book. I love the idea of this book. You want to do a cannonball, you want to jump off the high dive, you want to make the big splash! But sometimes you need a little courage. Sometimes you need to learn to do things your own way. It doesn't have to be like anybody else. Just do you. At times this book Rhymes at times it doesn't which I find annoying. But that does not distract from the son of this story. The illustrations go amazingly well with the themes and ideas and just put a big smile on the readers face. Love this book, love this book, love this book.
July 28, 2020
This well-paced and beautifully illustrated book tells the tale of a young kid's attempt to perform the perfect cannonball--and their ultimate success in doing so. This book is fun, bright, and holds a great message about trying again and being open to lessons from elders. Cannonball is about a Maori community and while I do not think this book is an own voices book, it appears culturally-sensitive, though I welcome corrections on any incorrect assumptions I am making.
Themes: Determination, Believe in Yourself, Swimming
Age range: 3-6
Themes: Determination, Believe in Yourself, Swimming
Age range: 3-6
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October 26, 2020Our young Maori main character (indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand) longs to make the perfect cannonball. They receive advice from friends and family, but they can't seem to make it work until they decide to make cannoball-ing their own experience.
A cute story about perseverance that also showcases a culture that is not always focused on in picture books. However, while the main character and their family is Maori, the author does not seem to be. A fun book about swimming and perseverance, but I would like to find out more about the accuracy of the illustrations in particular.
A cute story about perseverance that also showcases a culture that is not always focused on in picture books. However, while the main character and their family is Maori, the author does not seem to be. A fun book about swimming and perseverance, but I would like to find out more about the accuracy of the illustrations in particular.
October 30, 2020
This is one of the most exuberant picture books I've read this year. The personality of the first person narrator and his community (including one of the liveliest "Nan"s in any book!) and multi-age divers erupts from the text and the vibrant illustrations. This ambitious boy is a bit older than Jabari (of Jabari Jumps) and is able to think for himself, despite the many pieces of advice and prods and jeers surrounding him.
There is added cultural fun of region-specific names for various styles of diving and jumping and entering the water.
There is added cultural fun of region-specific names for various styles of diving and jumping and entering the water.
December 18, 2020
"Hear my son, see my lines, check my moves, they're so fine. Se me soar, see me fly, see me swooping through the sky."
This book was a wonderful story about a boy who overcomes fear and other obstacles to preform a cannonball off the high dive. When he stops listening to others he finds the inner confidence to accomplish what he needs to.
The illustrations are great. A side note that this story is about the Maori people and it has terms from there language with a glossary in the back. High quality book!
This book was a wonderful story about a boy who overcomes fear and other obstacles to preform a cannonball off the high dive. When he stops listening to others he finds the inner confidence to accomplish what he needs to.
The illustrations are great. A side note that this story is about the Maori people and it has terms from there language with a glossary in the back. High quality book!
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