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4.35 AVERAGE
4.35 AVERAGE
I used this one to teach small moments. A very cute one!
Beautifully told and illustrated story of how a boy overcomes the discomfort of trying something new. I especially loved the gentle encouragement from his father!
Rating: 5 leaves out of 5
Characters: 5/5
Cover: 5/5
Story: 5/5
Writing: 5/5
Genre: Children
Type: Book
Worth?: Yes
Characters: 5/5
Cover: 5/5
Story: 5/5
Writing: 5/5
Genre: Children
Type: Book
Worth?: Yes
Such a cute book! I love that Jabari’s dad is encouraging, but doesn’t push him. Love it!!
adventurous
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I need to remember this one because it's about facing your fears, swimming, and offers a variety of motions for a read aloud.
Gorgeous illustrations - I especially love the POV from the diving board - and simple, straight forward story. I read this with my 3rd graders and it led to a great discussion about being brave and trying new things.
Beautifully illustrated and heartfelt. A son encouraged the best way by his Dad to make that jump off the diving board. What a great book!
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
When Jabari arrives at the outdoor pool with his father and baby sister, he assures them that now that he can swim, he's going to jump off the diving board. However, when he understands the challenge, he has second thoughts...
Jabari's comments throughout are immediately recognisable and relatable to both parent and child: I have shared this numerous times with my 3 and 4 year old and they both ask for re-readings, laughing, safely, at his hesitancy. Jabari's confidence and excitement at a new challenge is tickled into doubt when he sees the task as overwhelming ( beautifully displayed through clever use of perspective).
I have always enjoyed books that show children overcoming a challenge but what is lovely about this one, for me, is Dad's reassurance that it's okay to be scared and Jabari's triumph and celebration of his achievement at the end. Cornwall's mixed-media artwork and use of collage is bright and it was refreshing and important to see the story told through a black family. More of this is needed.
Jabari's comments throughout are immediately recognisable and relatable to both parent and child: I have shared this numerous times with my 3 and 4 year old and they both ask for re-readings, laughing, safely, at his hesitancy. Jabari's confidence and excitement at a new challenge is tickled into doubt when he sees the task as overwhelming ( beautifully displayed through clever use of perspective).
I have always enjoyed books that show children overcoming a challenge but what is lovely about this one, for me, is Dad's reassurance that it's okay to be scared and Jabari's triumph and celebration of his achievement at the end. Cornwall's mixed-media artwork and use of collage is bright and it was refreshing and important to see the story told through a black family. More of this is needed.