Trying new things can be scary. But, with a little push and a lot of paddling, even the biggest waves are possible. A story about facing fears and how a few words of encouragement can change someone's day. Jude comes from a family of surfers. He watches from shore as his mom, dad, and sister all have a blast in the water. However, Jude can't seem to get himself on the board. He's nervous about what might happen. With some encouragement from his dad, Jude decides to take a chance and ride the wave.

In this uplifting story of perseverance, readers will realize the benefits of facing their fears and trying something new.