Surf Soup- Honi the Honu Turtle

Poor Honi the honu, turtle. Honi doesn't want to celebrate holidays anymore-not even his own birthday! But why? Everybody loves celebrating their special days. This is Honi's story, a gentle and carefully told reminder that you never know what someone has gone through in their life. Through his eyes, young readers explore deep themes of compassion and love, and learn how true friends and family will always look out for you.As the eighth book in the beloved Surf Soup series, this charming installment unfolds on the magical shores of Surf Soup Island. Koa and his loyal crew try their absolute best to support their friend Honi, leading to an enlightening journey where they learn about marine ecology, endangered species, and the environmental impact of by-catch. The narrative weaves in a touching love story explaining the ancient concept of the "red thread of fate"-the belief that those who are destined to meet will always find each other. It also shines a light on a dedicated foster momma and her unwavering commitment to building her own supportive family by looking after everyone, no matter what.Honi the Honu is a sweet, thought-provoking tale packed with social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons that will make readers gush with empathy. Ocean huggers and turtle enthusiasts of all ages will totally delight in this unforgettable episode. Join the celebrated Chinese American author, illustrator, and veteran TV animator-who worked on legendary, Emmy-honored animated shows like Dora the Explorer, CatDog, Generator Rex, Oswald, and Regular Show-to find out if Honi will ever celebrate his birthday again!Discover the beauty of friendship and protect the deep. Learn more at SurfSoup.tv