On a magic surfboard, Moki the Gecko flies, journeys underwater and travels through time. In the end, he must choose between magic and friendship.
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"Lovely, dark, deep and filled with the radiance that comes with the grace of common sense....The words are chucklingly enjoyable and the full-color pictures bring the picturesque animal world to the avid child. A strongly inviting book..." -- The Book Reader, Spring/Summer 1997
"Offers children's imaginations a lot of wiggle room. Moki does everything on that surfboard except go to heaven and back. Good fun." -- Honolulu Advertiser, Dec. 7, 1996
"Offers children's imaginations a lot of wiggle room. Moki does everything on that surfboard except go to heaven and back. Good fun." -- Honolulu Advertiser, Dec. 7, 1996
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Once upon a wave, Moki the Gecko was the finest surfer in all the islands. He could do barrel-rolls and spinners, fozzle-loops and fancy tricks like you've never seen before. But that wasn't enough for Moki. He wanted to ride the biggest wave in the world -- the biggest wave that ever curled.
Nobody believed he could. "Sure, anybody can do fancy tricks on a little board," said Kealii the Dolphin. "But if you try surfing such a monster wave, you'll be gecko sushi in a second." Only his friend, Monk Seal, believed in Moki. "You can do it," she said. "But not on a normal board. You need a magic surfboard."
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Edgar-nominated author Bruce Hale is passionate about inspiring reluctant readers to read. He has written or illustrated more than 25 seriously funny books for children, including the popular Chet Gecko Mysteries series and the comics-novel hybrid, Underwhere, as well as picture books like "Snoring Beauty" and "Moki and the Magic Surfboard."
An actor and Fulbright Scholar in Storytelling, Bruce is in demand as a speaker, having presented at conferences, universities, and schools across North America - from the Maui Writers Conference to the Surrey International Writers Conference in British Columbia. His acting resume includes regional commercials, theater, and an independent film, The Ride. Bruce's book, "The Malted Falcon," was an Edgar Award Finalist. "Murder, My Tweet" won the Little D Award for Humor Writing.
A little-known fact: Bruce loves jazz, and sings with an a cappella group called VocalPoint in Santa Barbara
An actor and Fulbright Scholar in Storytelling, Bruce is in demand as a speaker, having presented at conferences, universities, and schools across North America - from the Maui Writers Conference to the Surrey International Writers Conference in British Columbia. His acting resume includes regional commercials, theater, and an independent film, The Ride. Bruce's book, "The Malted Falcon," was an Edgar Award Finalist. "Murder, My Tweet" won the Little D Award for Humor Writing.
A little-known fact: Bruce loves jazz, and sings with an a cappella group called VocalPoint in Santa Barbara
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A surfer's dream.............,
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This review is from: Moki and the Magic Surfboard: A Hawaiian Fantasy (Hardcover)
Moki and The Magic Surfboard is a delightful tale of a gecko who wants to surf the biggest wave in the world. With the help of a magical surfboard he gets his wish and then some! His biggest lesson though is not in the power of the magical surfboard, but in the power of being a true friend.This book is filled with colorful illustrations that are bound to make any child's imagination soar. This book is a must for all families with a love of the water and surfing!
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A great children's book!,
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This review is from: Moki and the Magic Surfboard: A Hawaiian Fantasy (Hardcover)
Moki and the Magic Surfboard is an interesting tale that has kept my 2 1/2 year old son interested every time we read it. The story isn't so much about surfing as it has a moral lesson about friendship and keeping your promises. If you are looking for a book that is heavily about surfing, this is not it - it's a hawaiian fairytale. The Moki books are a great way to introduce children to Hawaiian culture. The artwork is detailed and is just like the cover. Recommended!
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good book for little dudes or gals, surfers or not,
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This review is from: Moki and the Magic Surfboard: A Hawaiian Fantasy (Hardcover)
We got this as a gift from my surfing brother and it has been a favourite for both our 4 year old son and 6 year old daughter. The combination of surfing, magic and fantasy has charmed them. They may even surf one day <grin>.
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