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Candlewick Press (MA), 2020-07-04

Jabari Jumps

Jabari Jumps

Gaia Cornwall, Author

Gaia Cornwall, Illustrator

Paperback

9781536202908

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Jabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. He's finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and he's a great jumper, so he's not scared at all. "Looks easy," says Jabari, watching the other kids take their turns. But when his dad squeezes his hand, Jabari squeezes back. He needs to figure out what kind of special jump to do anyway, and he should probably do some stretches before climbing up onto the diving board. In a sweetly appealing tale of overcoming your fears, Gaia Cornwall captures a moment between a patient and encouraging father and a determined little boy you can't help but root for.

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A hopeful, gentle portrayal of fear and bravery, this story shows the quiet strength it takes to take a leap. Expressive art and sensitive pacing honor the emotional complexity of growing confidence.

Keywords and Themes: African American & Black • Awareness • Bravery • Confidence • Courage • Encouragement • Growth • Juvenile Fiction • New Experience • Perseverance • Relationships • Self-Discovery • Social Themes • Sports & Recreation • Support • Water Sports

Readability • 2.2

Age Range • 4-8

Pages • 32

No LC subjects available.

Categories • Juvenile Fiction | Sports & Recreation | Water Sports • Juvenile Fiction | African American & Black • Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | New Experience

"This simple and sincere tale of working up courage to face fears makes quite a splash." -- Kirkus Reviews

Jabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. He's finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and he's a great jumper, so he's not scared at all. "Looks easy," says Jabari, watching the other kids take their turns. But when his dad squeezes his hand, Jabari squeezes back. He needs to figure out what kind of special jump to do anyway, and he should probably do some stretches before climbing up onto the diving board. In a sweetly appealing tale of overcoming your fears, Gaia Cornwall captures a moment between a patient and encouraging father and a determined little boy you can't help but root for.

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