San Diego Book Awards Winner

This magical tale chronicales the adventures of Kala, a young boy who learns to surf on the island of Molokai.  Since his father's surfboard is way too big for him, Kala asks Santa Claus to bring him a special red surfboard for Christmas.  How can Kala and his mule, Leap, save Christmas for Hawaii as the storm of the century approaches?  Rich in relationships and Hawaiian culture, this work is enlivened by charming, world-class watercolor on canvas illustrations.

"All ages will love this charming, wet and wild ride!"

-Bruce Jenkins, San Francisco Chronicle

"I really enjoyed reading this story and I'd be stoked to get that red surfboard from Santa!"

-Bruce Brown, Legendary Filmmaker, The Endless Summer