Join Tuga, a little turtle, on an enchanting adventure filled with courage and love! Lost in a storm, Tuga must find her way back to her family. Along the way, she meets new friends who teach her valuable lessons about never giving up and the power of home. This heartwarming story is perfect for bedtime, offering gentle illustrations and a message that will stay with you long after the last page.
Write and illustrate a 24-page children’s picture book about a little turtle named Tuga who gets lost during a big storm and must find her way back home to her family by the sea. The story should include short, poetic text and gentle illustrations that express hope, courage, and the power of love. Each page should have 1–3 simple sentences, easy for children ages 4 to 8 to read or listen to. During her journey, Tuga meets: Pico, a curious fish who teaches her not to be afraid. Luna, a kind seagull who tells her to never give up. Cris, a funny crab who shows her how to move sideways when the waves are strong. The story should have a hopeful, emotional tone, ending with Tuga finding her family and realizing that love will always guide her home. Visual Style: watercolor illustrations with soft colors — turquoise, deep blue, light sand, and golden sunlight reflections. The style should feel peaceful, tender, and full of ocean light. Format details: 24 total pages (including cover, dedication, story, and educational message). Page 1: cover illustration Page 2: dedication — “For all the children finding their way back home.” Pages 3–22: the main story (10 story spreads, one per key moment) Page 23: educational message — “Caring for the ocean also means protecting the stories of those who live in it.” Page 24: “About the author” and thank-you note Author: Andrés Make the story tender, inspiring, and visually cohesive — perfect for a bedtime story or early reader picture book.
