Facing the Wave

Jude comes from a family of surfers. He watches from shore as his mom, dad, and sister all have a blast in the water. However, Jude can't seem to get himself on the board. He's nervous about what might happen. With some encouragement from his dad, Jude decides to take a chance and ride the wave. In this uplifting story of perseverance, readers will realize the benefits of facing their fears and trying something new.

• recognizing one's strengths
• self-efficacy
• having a growth mindset