Welcome to Unity Cove on Surf Soup Island, where laughter, teamwork, and cultural traditions come to life! Join Koa, Little Donna, and their friends as they prepare for the Dragon Boat Festival (Duanwu Festival), a time-honored celebration of courage, unity, and heritage. But their dragon boat has a surprise-two playful dragon heads with clashing personalities! As they navigate the challenges of the big race, the friends learn valuable social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons about teamwork, forgiveness, and resilience.Alongside the excitement of the festival, they also discover the history of Qu Yuan and the art of making Jung (zongzi), the beloved traditional sticky rice dumplings, honoring customs passed down through generations. This heartwarming adventure blends Asian culture, history, and the spirit of friendship in a fun, engaging way, inspiring young readers to embrace diversity and celebrate meaningful traditions. Complete with an interactive guide and a step-by-step dumpling recipe for families, this story invites you to paddle forward with courage, laughter, and unity!Join the veteran TV animator who worked on legendary, Emmy-honored animated shows like Dora the Explorer, CatDog, Generator Rex, Oswald, and Regular Show for a heart-pounding cultural journey [8]. Perfect for readers ages 5-10, classrooms, and festive reading, this book proves that the true victory lies in the traditions that last a lifetime.Row together and find your rhythm. Discover the magic at SurfSoup.

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