Tsunami!

Written by Kimiko Kajikawa · Illustrated by Ed Young

A village faces a hidden tsunami threat. Can one man save them all?

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32 pages· 556 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· NC620L

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Bookroo's summary

Ojiisan, the village's oldest and wealthiest man, senses an impending disaster as he watches from his balcony. A monstrous wave retreats from the shore, unseen by the villagers celebrating below. With a tsunami approaching, Ojiisan must decide if he will risk everything to warn and save them. Will his sacrifice be enough to avert tragedy? This gripping tale explores the power of nature and the courage within us all.

From the publisher

Ojiisan, the oldest and wealthiest man in the village, doesn’t join the others at the rice ceremony. Instead he watches from his balcony. He feels something is coming; something he can’t describe. When he sees the monster wave pulling away from the beach, he knows. Tsunami! But the villagers below can’t see the danger. Will Ojiisan risk everything he has to save them? Can he?Illustrated in stunning collage by Caldecott winner Ed Young, here is the unforgettable story of how one man’s simple sacrifice saved hundreds of lives. An extraordinary celebration of both the power of nature and the power each of us holds within.

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