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by Mika Koontz (Author), Natalia Hartono (Illustrator)
Follow Mikaela on her adventures as she meets and plays with her friend Water! Mikaela is a brave young girl, and she learns a very important lesson about water safety that she carries with her into adulthood...
Note to parents: Water is our friend, and is an incredible place to spend time, whether it be while relaxing, swimming, surfing, boating, or enjoying an array of other water sports. However, statistics regarding accidental drownings around the world are a cause for concern. The most important lesson in any emergency situation is to remember not to panic, and is of the utmost importance in a water safety situation. Understanding the importance of this from an early age can save lives.
This story is told in the way of a fable, and shows how Water is our friend, but we must respect her power, and it is our responsibility to remember not to panic in the event of an aquatic emergency situation. This story is filled with fun adventures and a heartwarming relationship between Mikaela and her lifelong friend, Water.
