Johnny, the Sea, and Me Foreword by Brad Thomas Parsons Arielle and Joann Eckstut

Arielle and Joann Eckstut

Cedric Morris

Faith Blakeney

Once they are pointed out

and practical guide

Johnny, the Sea, and Me Foreword by Brad Thomas Parsons Arielle and Joann EckstutA 2025 Batchelder Honor Book! A heartwarming middle grade novel from Colombia about a ten year old boy and the larger than life figure who changes him forever. Pedro is dealing with a lot for a ten year old kid, both at school and at home. So he's overjoyed when his mom surprises him with a trip to see the oceanan experience he's been dreaming about for a long time! Maybe this trip will make everything better. Maybe it will make his dad come back to