Louie the Buoy: A Hurricane Story by Allain C. Andry, III (2005) is an insightful tool for educating readers about Hurricane Camille. They'll also learn about the role of a buoy. We learn that the United States Coast Guard made deep holes in the sand to hold Louie the Buoy firmly in the Bay of St. Louis. (Yes, go get your maps!) Louie the Buoy has a light that flashes at night. It’s on a nautical chart so boat captains know where it is. Unfortunately, Hurricane Camille pulls this proud buoy right out of the sand and tosses it aside. Louie feels he's failed at his job; he's so sorry that he's blown off his post. It turns out he stood his ground a very long time. “There is no reason for you to be ashamed. In fact, because you were the very last buoy to remain standing in this giant hurricane, Louie, you are a hero!” Tazewell S. Morton, III’s brightly colored illustrations depict a bustling seacoast, frightening dark storm, and grateful recovery.
