Award-winning Emmy honored TV animator, author, and illustrator Donna Kay Lau is the creator of "Surf Soup" Lau has created a charming book that introduces her main character, Koa to the Surf Soup series and a world of fun and adventures.

In book 2 of the Surf Soup series, Koa and his friends are eager to hit the waves and learn to surf. They meet Holo Holo, the surf van, and with the help of Koa and Auntie, they learn how to prepare their surfboards and practice on the beach. However, they still can't get in the water to surf. The kids are getting anxious to hit the waves and catch their first waves.Will Koa and his friends finally be able to surf? What challenges will they face as they try to catch their first waves?Some of the lessons and morals that kids can learn from the Surf Soup series by Donna Kay Lau include: The value of teamwork and cooperation: In Surf Soup, the characters often work together to solve problems and achieve their goals. This teaches kids the importance of working together and how everyone can contribute to a team effort.The importance of perseverance: The characters in Surf Soup often face challenges and obstacles, but they don't give up. They keep trying and working hard to overcome their difficulties, which teaches kids the value of perseverance and determination.The power of imagination: The Surf Soup series is full of imaginative characters and settings, which encourages kids to use their own imaginations and creativity. It also shows them that anything is possible if they can dream it.The importance of friendship and kindness: The characters in Surf Soup are kind to one another and always willing to help each other out. This teaches kids the value of friendship and kindness, and how these qualities can make the world a better place.Environmental awareness: Many of the stories in Surf Soup touch on environmental themes, such as ocean conservation and recycling. This encourages kids to think about the impact of their actions on the environment and to develop a sense of responsibility towards protecting the planet.These are just a few of the many lessons and morals that kids can learn from the Surf Soup series by Donna Kay Lau.

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