Catching Waves

<p class=ql-align-center></p><p><strong>Award-winning children's book <em>Catching Waves</em> shares the inspiring true story of Raleigh Hager who-with grit determination and dreams of owning a pet mini pig-became the youngest professional World Wakesurf Champion.</strong></p><p></p><p>From her first surfboard ride at age five to discovering wakesurfing on a nearby lake Raleigh's journey is full of <strong>crashes comebacks and courage.</strong> With every wave she proved that even the littlest dreamers can achieve big goals.</p><p>Written and illustrated by Dawn Marie Hooks-<strong>World Wakesurf Champion award-winning author artist and teacher-</strong><em>Catching Waves</em> pairs lively storytelling with vibrant watercolor illustrations to inspire children to <strong>DREAM BIG <u>face challenges</u> and <em>ride the waves of life</em>.</strong></p><p><strong>Author's Notes include:</strong></p><p>• A playful glossary of wake<strong> surf lingo</strong> so readers of all ages can catch the stoke</p><p>• More about Raleigh's inspirational journey and record-breaking achievements</p><p>• Behind-the-scenes insight into researching and writing this <strong>nonfiction picture book</strong></p><p>This engaging <strong>picture book biography </strong>will encourage young readers (ages 5-9) to:</p><p>• Explore an <strong>inspirational nonfiction story</strong> of a young athlete making history as a world champion</p><p>• Discover the joy of <strong>wakesurfing and water sports</strong> while expanding real-world knowledge</p><p>• Learn the value of <strong>determination resilience and pursuing dreams</strong> through relatable storytelling</p><p>• Spark meaningful <strong>classroom and family discussions</strong> about goal-setting perseverance and self-confidence</p><p><strong>Perfect for parents teachers and librarians</strong> <em>Catching Waves</em> sparks conversations about <strong>resilience sportsmanship and the courage to chase big dreams</strong>-whether in the classroom at bedtime or beyond.</p><p>Part of the <strong>Brave Little Hearts Series</strong>™ which celebrates everyday courage as children face life's joys questions and challenges.</p><p>Collect all the titles:</p><p>• <em>I'll Hold You Forever: An Adoption Story</em></p><p>• <em>Grandpa Can: A Story of Hope in the Midst of Illness</em></p><p>• <em>Sarah and Her Twirling Toes</em></p><p>• <em>Catching Waves: A Board a Pig and How a Little Girl Became a Wakesurf Champion</em></p><p></p><p></p>