The Boy and the Sea

By Camille Andros

Book Overview

A lyrical and deeply moving picture book about curiosity, wonder, and the lifelong search for answers.

A boy returns again and again to the shoreline near his home. As he watches the waves roll in and listens to the rhythms of the sea, his thoughts become questions. Some feel small. Others seem as vast as the ocean itself.

As the years pass, the boy grows from a curious child into a thoughtful teenager and eventually a parent. Through every stage of life, the sea remains a steady companion, offering simple wisdom that echoes across the years: Dream. Love. Be.

With poetic text by Camille Andros and luminous illustrations by Amy June Bates, The Boy and the Sea is a timeless meditation on self-discovery, resilience, mindfulness, and finding meaning in the world around us. Perfect for readers who cherish quiet stories, beautiful artwork, and books that invite reflection long after the final page.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419749404
• ISBN13: 9781419749407
• Release Date: May 2021
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 11.1" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3