Hattie and the Wild Waves facts for kids
Hattie and the Wild Waves is a wonderful book from 1990, written and illustrated by the famous author Barbara Cooney. This story is about a girl named Hattie. She comes from a German immigrant family that is quite well-off. Hattie is a strong-willed girl who knows what she wants. As she grows up, she looks to the ocean for inspiration. The sea helps her decide that her future job will be painting.
About the Story of Hattie
The book follows Hattie's journey as she grows up. She lives near the ocean, and the waves seem to call to her. Hattie loves to draw and paint. She dreams of becoming an artist. The story shows how she follows her passion. It teaches us about finding our own path in life.
Barbara Cooney's Special Book
Barbara Cooney herself felt a very strong connection to Hattie and the Wild Waves. She often said it was the book closest to her heart. This means it was very special to her. She even recorded an audiobook version of it. She narrated this story along with another one of her popular books, Eleanor. You can listen to her tell the stories herself here.
