Black-Eyed Susan Award
2012 · Picture Book · Nominee
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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.
Awards
Louisiana Young Readers' Choice Award
2012 · Grades 3-5 · Nominee
Arkansas Diamond Primary Book Award
2011 · Grades K-3 · Nominee
Beehive Award
2011 · Picture Book · Nominee
Monarch Award
2011 · Grades K-3 · Nominee
North Carolina Children's Book Award
2011 · Picture Book · Nominee
Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award
2011 · Grades K-3 · Nominee
Volunteer State Book Award
2011 · Grades K-3 · Nominee
Parents Choice Award (Fall) (2008-Up)
2009 · Picture Book · Silver Medal Winner
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