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A review by jlennidorner
Jessi's Secret Language by Chan Chau, Ann M. Martin
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
The copyright page sets the tone by mentioning that Deaf is a proper noun when related to a person. Even if you haven't read the other books in the series, this one is very enjoyable and valuable. It talks about the isolation a child can feel when unable to communicate with others, especially their family.
As the fictional world here is light-hearted and good, the young children in the neighborhood all opt to learn ASL to help the Deaf kid feel included. If you're looking for a "faith in humanity restored" kind of novel, this book is for you. Representation matters. We need more books like this one.
As the fictional world here is light-hearted and good, the young children in the neighborhood all opt to learn ASL to help the Deaf kid feel included. If you're looking for a "faith in humanity restored" kind of novel, this book is for you. Representation matters. We need more books like this one.