Pickle Soup - Lau, Donna Kay

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Résumé :
Donna Kay Lau, the award-winning Emmy honored TV animator, author, and illustrator, brings you the seventh installment of the Surf Soup series, Pickle Soup. Join Koa and his friends as they encounter Plastic Island, a polluted island full of plastic waste. After bringing home Grandma's refrigerator from Plastic Island, strange things start to happen in the middle of the night. With their curiosity piqued, they soon discover Fuzzy the Purple Pickle and the quest to make Pickle Soup. In Book 1 of the Pickle Soup series, Koa and his friends encounter Plastic Island, a polluted island full of plastic waste. After bringing home Grandma's refrigerator from the island, strange things start to happen in the middle of the night. With their curiosity piqued, they soon discover Fuzzy the Purple Pickle and the quest to make Pickle Soup.As they continue to learn about the importance of being good stewards of the ocean, Koa and his friends encounter challenges that teach them the value of staying true to themselves. With the beach closed and polluted, they must find solutions to help their friendly ocean stay clean so they can surf again.Join Koa and his friends in this delightful and humorous story full of ridiculous scenarios that encourage readers to follow their bliss and embrace who they are. With important social and emotional learning lessons woven throughout, Book 1 of the Pickle Soup series is a charming addition to the Surf Soup series.Pickle Soup contains several important lessons and morals, including:Being true to oneself: Koa and his friends encounter challenges and learn the value of staying true to themselves, even when faced with adversity.Environmental stewardship: The book teaches the importance of being good stewards of the environment, particularly the ocean, and the impact that individual actions can have on the planet.Problem-solving and creativity: Koa and his friends must find solutions to help their ocean stay clean so they can surf again, and they use their creativity and problem-solving skills to do so.Friendship and teamwork: The story emphasizes the importance of friendship and teamwork, as Koa and his friends work together to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.Embracing diversity: The characters in the book come from different backgrounds and have different personalities, but they learn to embrace and appreciate each other's differences.Overall, Pickle Soup encourages readers to follow their bliss and be true to themselves while also being responsible and caring stewards of the planet. Search keywords help readers find your book when they browse the Amazon site. You can enter keywords or short phrases that describe your book and are relevant to its content. The best keywords are those that do not repeat words in the title, category, or description, as these are already used to help readers find your book. Visit Amazon Author Page for Author Website for Teacher/Parent Reader Guide and Fun Activities

Biographie:
Donna Kay Lau is an Emmy-honored TV animator, author, and illustrator, as well as an art teacher on Surf Soup TV. She is the creator of the Surf Soup book series and the upcoming Surf Soup TV cartoon, with over 74+ books and counting. Lau has worked on beloved animated productions, including Dora the Explorer, Oswald the Octopus, CatDog, Generator Rex, Ben 10, and Regular Show. She was honored by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for her contributions to Emmy-winning animated shorts.Lau's work celebrates creativity, diversity, and cultural identity, drawing from her experiences as a Chinese American artist. She is also a mentor, painter, fitness trainer, and advocate for creative education, inspiring children through animation, publishing, and community outreach.She studied Animation (Traditional & Digital), Augmented Reality, Graphic Packaging Design, and Children's Book Illustration at ArtCenter College of Design and has exhibited her artwork in galleries across California and Hawai'i.Originally from Southern California, Lau spends time in Hawai'i, where she finds inspiration for her storytelling, surfing, and artistic creations. She enjoys learning and preserving Chinese traditions, especially cooking with her parents.The Surf Soup series includes:Surf Soup Asian Adventures - Celebrate the rich traditions and cultural stories of Asia, from the thrill of the Dragon Boat Festival to the warmth of the Lunar New Year and beyond.Surf Soup Magical Hair Adventures - A 14-volume collection where Koa's magical hair takes him on whimsical and inspiring journeys.Surf Soup TV - The adventures continue in animated shorts featuring Koa and friends as they navigate life, friendship, and magical surprises.Translated Editions - The Surf Soup series is available in multiple languages, including Spanish, German, Italian, French, Chinese, and Japanese, making these stories accessible to young readers worldwide.With vibrant illustrations, engaging storytelling, and valuable life lessons, the Surf Soup series is perfect for young readers and families looking for fun, heart, and a touch of magic.Website: https://Surfsoup.tvIMDb: http://www.imdb.me/donnakaylau...

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Donna Kay Lau is an Emmy-honored TV animator, author, and illustrator, as well as an art teacher on Surf Soup TV. She is the creator of the Surf Soup book series and the upcoming Surf Soup TV cartoon, with over 74+ books and counting. Lau has worked on beloved animated productions, including Dora the Explorer, Oswald the Octopus, CatDog, Generator Rex, Ben 10, and Regular Show. She was honored by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for her contributions to Emmy-winning animated shorts.Lau's work celebrates creativity, diversity, and cultural identity, drawing from her experiences as a Chinese American artist. She is also a mentor, painter, fitness trainer, and advocate for creative education, inspiring children through animation, publishing, and community outreach.She studied Animation (Traditional & Digital), Augmented Reality, Graphic Packaging Design, and Children's Book Illustration at ArtCenter College of Design and has exhibited her artwork in galleries across California and Hawai'i.Originally from Southern California, Lau spends time in Hawai'i, where she finds inspiration for her storytelling, surfing, and artistic creations. She enjoys learning and preserving Chinese traditions, especially cooking with her parents.The Surf Soup series includes:Surf Soup Asian Adventures - Celebrate the rich traditions and cultural stories of Asia, from the thrill of the Dragon Boat Festival to the warmth of the Lunar New Year and beyond.Surf Soup Magical Hair Adventures - A 14-volume collection where Koa's magical hair takes him on whimsical and inspiring journeys.Surf Soup TV - The adventures continue in animated shorts featuring Koa and friends as they navigate life, friendship, and magical surprises.Translated Editions - The Surf Soup series is available in multiple languages, including Spanish, German, Italian, French, Chinese, and Japanese, making these stories accessible to young readers worldwide.With vibrant illustrations, engaging storytelling, and valuable life lessons, the Surf Soup series is perfect for young readers and families looking for fun, heart, and a touch of magic.Website: https://Surfsoup.tvIMDb: http://www.imdb.me/donnakaylau...