Walt Disney Animation Studios' Moana is a sweeping, CG-animated comedy-adventure about a spirited teenager on an impossible mission to fulfill her ancestors' quest. In the ancient South Pacific world of Oceania, Moana, a born navigator, sets sail in search of a fabled island. During her incredible journey, she teams up with the legendary demi-god Maui to traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage. They encounter enormous sea creatures, breathtaking underworlds, and ancient folklore. This full-color storybook stars Maui, the tattooed, shape-shifting demigod. The book is perfect for children ages 3 to 7!
Andrea Posner-Sanchez has worked as an editor in children’s publishing for more than 30 years. She is the author of many, many books including Elmo Pretends...He's a Chicken, Carol Burnett: A Little Golden Book Biography, and I'm Going to Kindergarten. She lives in New York City with her husband, daughter, and chinchilla. View titles by Andrea Posner-Sanchez
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Walt Disney Animation Studios' Moana is a sweeping, CG-animated comedy-adventure about a spirited teenager on an impossible mission to fulfill her ancestors' quest. In the ancient South Pacific world of Oceania, Moana, a born navigator, sets sail in search of a fabled island. During her incredible journey, she teams up with the legendary demi-god Maui to traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage. They encounter enormous sea creatures, breathtaking underworlds, and ancient folklore. This full-color storybook stars Maui, the tattooed, shape-shifting demigod. The book is perfect for children ages 3 to 7!

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Andrea Posner-Sanchez has worked as an editor in children’s publishing for more than 30 years. She is the author of many, many books including Elmo Pretends...He's a Chicken, Carol Burnett: A Little Golden Book Biography, and I'm Going to Kindergarten. She lives in New York City with her husband, daughter, and chinchilla. View titles by Andrea Posner-Sanchez
The Disney Storybook Art Team View titles by The Disney Storybook Art Team

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