Ukiee the Ukulele - Lau, Donna Kay

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Résumé :
Ukiee the Ukulele, Koa and his friends went surfing and decided to clean up Plastic Island. While cleaning, they found a ukulele with no strings attached. The ukulele was crying and missing his friend Jimmy, so the kids consoled him and took him home. Koa became attached to the ukulele and learned about Arbor Day and planting trees. He appreciated all the trees and wanted to sing and play music again. They tried to put strings on the ukulele, but they kept popping off. They found Mr. Eli's store, who had ukulele strings.Will the ukulele finally get his strings attached and be able to play music again? Will Koa and his friends be able to restore the ukulele's happiness and make beautiful music together?The story of Ukiee the ukulele is a heartwarming tale about love, family, and community. Throughout the series, we see the characters face challenges and overcome them through perseverance, kindness, and a love for music. Here are some morals and sweet messages from the story:Love conquers all: The love story of Leilani's grandparents serves as a beautiful reminder that true love can withstand the test of time and distance.Perseverance pays off: Whether it's trying to plant trees or figuring out how to put strings on an ukulele, the characters show that perseverance and determination can help overcome any obstacle.Kindness is key: The characters show kindness to each other and to the environment by cleaning up Plastic Island and planting trees. This teaches the important lesson of taking care of the world around us.Music brings people together: The characters bond over their love for music and playing the ukulele. Music has the power to bring people from different backgrounds and experiences together.Family and community are important: The characters support each other and come together as a community, especially during Arbor Day, to help improve their island and make it a better place to live.

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...