Matt Formston: Surfing in the Dark
by DICKSON, John & BUNTING, Philip
ISBN: 9780645558401
Australian: Yes
Published: 2023 by Berbay Publishing
Part of the Big Visions series
Level: Early Years (R-2)
A book about strength, persistence and resilience this is a true story of Matt Formston who always dreamed of becoming a professional surfer. By the time he was five years old he was almost blind. He became a world champion surfer and Paralympian. The book also uses Braille not only for the vision impaired but to give children the experience of using this means of communication.