Serafina Makes Waves by Matthew Burgess, Illustrated by Robin Rosenthal
Publication Date: March 31st 2026 by Dial Books for Young Readers
Pages: 40
Source: Publisher
Rating: ★★★★★
My
Thoughts:
I’m not the usual audience for a picture book, but I couldn’t
resist a story featuring a sassy cat with her cute stuffy, Noodles!
Serafina hates water with a passion, so she’s appalled when
her parents enroll her in swimming lessons!
This was an adorable story with a nice message: trying
something new can open up a whole world of fun!
The illustrations, in pretty pastels with dramatic lettering,
vividly brought the story to life with humor and charm!
Would make a PURR-fect gift for a beloved youngster!
5 Stars
Book Description:
This purr-fectly adorable picture book introduces an irresistibly over-the-top new kitty character who’s ready to make a big splash!
Meet Serafina! If there’s one thing you should know about Serafina, it’s that she absolutely, positively HATES water. Running faucets, rain, or the sea? No thank you. So even though she looks fantastic in goggles, Serafina is NOT happy to be forced into a swim class by the powers that be. NOTHING can convince her to get into that disgusting pit of seething water. Nothing, that is, except maybe a very beloved old friend who needs a hand.
From acclaimed creators Matthew Burgess and Robin Rosenthal comes an unforgettable picture book that shows how trying new things can lead to unexpected joy.
