Ballyhoo Bay

Reach for this book when your child feels small or powerless in the face of change, or when you want to inspire them to use their unique talents for the common good. It is a vibrant story about an artist named Mira Coco who leads her seaside community to save their beloved beach from a greedy developer who wants to build a giant hotel. Through rhythmic verse and colorful art, the story highlights how creativity and collective action can protect the natural world. It is a perfect choice for teaching children ages 4 to 8 about civic engagement and environmental stewardship. Parents will appreciate the hopeful message that even the quietest voices, when joined together through art and passion, can make a loud enough noise to change the world.