In the classroom, there’s great excitement. The day of the big show is almost here! In his bedroom, Jacques rehearses every night. He is ready! The night before, he can’t sleep. He’s got stage fright. What if he makes a mistake? What if he falls? Besides, to tell the truth, he would have much preferred to play the role of Captain Blackbeard, not the wave! Thank goodness, even a wave can turn out to be important!

- A rite of passage for many children, the school play can be the first time a child confronts stage fright and the scrutiny of an audience.

- A picture book about trusting one’s self and learning that each role and each person is unique and valuable.

- When you’re in the same boat, it’s better to help each other out.

Themes: Performance / Fear / Self-Affirmation / Pirate