aave children's books

Below are some of the best books you can purchase in order to familiarize yourself with the history, structure, and usage of African American Vernacular English. So embarrassing! Eric Carle's signature textured, tissue-paper-based artwork brings this simple story about animals to life. He just has to get there. His son Christopher's bold illustrations, part paint and part collage, don't talk down to kids, instead pulling them into a vibrant city. The B stands for Beatrice, by the way. Amazon.com: Children's Books: Books: Holidays & Celebrations, Growing Up & Facts of Life, Education & Reference & More Books for every age and stage Baby to 2 Ages 3 - 5 Ages 6 - 8 Ages 9 - 12 More to explore Teachers' picks Editors' picks Amazon Book Review Award Winners Featured categories Activities, Crafts & Games Activity Books representation of AAVE in picture books. (For ages 5 to 7), Yup, it really doesn't have any pictures. Together with Maurice Sendak's delightfully shaggy illustrations, Minarik's gentle words are perfect for the littlest readers. The first volume covers the basis of AAVE being a potential neo-African language. Tameka Fryer Brown's lilting, musical rhymes and A.G. Ford's glowing art follow one very active baby through a very busy day of zooming around the house . SE. [Education Storage S. En36f], Fields, Julia. 1976. 2006. 1987. Some scholars believe that if you write a dialect phonetically like, lookin instead of looking that its bad form really bad form. The Venn diagram circles of AAVE Speakers and People who are illiterate might overlap at points. And thousands of you answered. Princess Magnolia inspired by author Shannon Hale's daughter, who insisted that princesses couldn't wear black can have scones with duchesses AND fight monsters, or a mysterious stinky cloud, or a sea monster (some princesses just can't catch a break, even on the beach). (For ages 3 to 5), Who doesn't love a big chunk of heavy machinery? When he drops one in the snow, a host of animals come to investigate, even a bear. This is a book that'll put any kid to sleep and we mean that in the best possible way. Jazz. Tasha becomes a single mother after being raped and tries to be a good mother to her daughter Imani in this tragic story. The protagonist, Precious Jones, learns to take control of her life and put it into words. This book is perfect for students of linguistics, African-American studies, and education. Draws on AAE cadences. According to the private, nonprofit organization the Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL), African American English (AAE) is the current term used for the dialect of American English used by many African Americans. Like, he was New York Times bestselling author . 180 offers from $1.16. 1 offer from $2.25. (Restricted database for UIUC affiliates), Barrett, Mary Brigid. The Tales of Uncle Remus. And if you don't, why not? Clifton defended and used AAE in many of her books, including this one. A childs disappointment and jealousy over a new baby sister are dispelled as he becomes aware of the importance of his new role as a big brother. A mother expresses her everlasting love for her child using AAE in this warm, poetic picture book. [Education S Collection SE.G837S], hooks, bell. SE. This book contains some AAE grammatical and intonational patterns. %PDF-1.4 % Or is there? "You came in as a lump of clay, a blank canvas, a slab of marble," author Derrick Barnes writes. Robb. These terms are still used, although African American English is currently the most accepted term. (For ages 4 to 8), Long ago, the birds of Africa were all the colors of the rainbow but none of them had any black, because Blackbird had it all. The Times They Used to Be. She tries makeup, eating only light-colored foods, and in one painful scene, using an eraser to rub away her darkness. [Center for Childrens Books S. D912h], English, Karen. Ivy wants to be a witch, Bean wants to play games. 1. It's been such a strange, lost summer. It also affirms so called non-standard English. Written by the black linguist, John McWhorter an American linguist from Philadelphia, the book dives into the case of making AAVE or Black English more accepted in American culture. Sometimes I hear teachers giving their students grief for speaking AAVE (African American Vernacular English) as if it is wrong and the teacher has the Gold Standard Version. But, as author B.J. She was born into slavery in 1848, freed at 15, worked all kinds of jobs to support her family and then outlived them all and in 1963, she enrolled in a literacy class where she learned to read and write. We disagree. All the images on the S-Collection pages are used with the kind permission of Children's Books Online: The Rosetta Project, the largest online collection of illustrated antique children's books. 1986. We still have a long way to go in terms of representation of black people, culture, and language in literature. 1 0 obj <>/Font<>/XObject<>>>>> endobj 2 0 obj <> endobj 3 0 obj <> endobj 4 0 obj <> endobj 5 0 obj <>/CIDToGIDMap/Identity/FontDescriptor 6 0 R/DW 0/W[0[365 0 0 183 350]34[314 0 337]42[379]51[278]72[265 0 371]81[330 0 0 0 257]101[268 0 356 0 0 250]114[453 0 412]127[355]160[288 0 0 398 289]170[307]179[262]185[401]207[350 494]214[265]230[299]260[285 0 279]268[346]275[284]297[247 0 346]306[331 0 0 0 226]331[350 0 0 0 268]342[561 0 479]355[360]388[281 0 0 0 295]398[247]406[256]412[361]434[352 429]440[243 283]450[292]624[269]629[283 0 314 281]645[289 199]655[263]668[377]]>> endobj 6 0 obj <> endobj 7 0 obj <>stream As a bonus, you can see Ringgold reading the book here. (For ages 8 to 12), Sure, Pippi Longstocking is great but have you met Ronia, the robber's daughter? [Education S Collection S.F5991b], Flake, Sharon. So he created this ode to a favorite food that brings Native families together. (For ages 6 to 8), by Margot Lee Shetterly and Laura Freeman, Margot Lee Shetterly adapts her groundbreaking book about Black female mathematicians at NASA for young readers, with sharp-edged, jewel-toned illustrations by Laura Freeman. Not for fun, but to feed their family. [Education S Collection SE. We wanted to recognize that a lot of kids read ahead of their age groups and also, there have been so many great books that came out since we put together the Backseat 100 list in 2013 that it seemed a shame not to include a few of them here. A young black girl relates the adventures of the summer her Uncle Sunny died and her best friend broke out in sin because she wasnt saved. Readers may remember the Nora Roberts Rule, which came about during 2015's romance poll: No one gets on the list twice UNLESS they're as titanic a figure in their field as Roberts is in romance; we included her in that list under both her own name and her pen name, J.D. Written by the black linguist, John McWhorter an American linguist from Philadelphia, the book dives into the case of making AAVE or Black English more accepted in American culture. [Education S Collection S. F599w], Greenfield, Eloise. She Come Bringing Me that Little Baby Girl. This book covers not only what AAVE is but also what it isnt. When the sixteen-year-old boy whom she tutors in reading is accused of attempting to murder a white man, Francie gets herself in serious trouble for her efforts at friendship. To Pong, born in prison, those lights mean freedom, but when he escapes he discovers that freedom is only for the wealthy. MONROE, LA - The University of Louisiana Monroe is proud to announce the release of a hardback version of There's a Bridge on the Bayou, authored by Cindy Foust and illustrated by Srdjan Marjanovic.One hundred percent of profits will benefit the ULM Centennial Scholars Program, which provides higher education engagement and exposure opportunities for fourth . Uses a little bit of vernacular. (For ages 3 to 7), It's a soft gray rainy day and everyone's asleep in the Napping House but unfortunately, they're all trying to pile into the same bed, with predictably unfortunate (but funny) results. We want this list to be a tool for discovery, which means we had to walk a delicate path when it comes to books that are undeniable classics we knew all hell would rain down on us if we left out Where the Wild Things Are or The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Flossie & the Fox. (Oh, and there's a cat hiding on every page, too can you find it?) Children's Literature at the Social Sciences, Health, and Education Library, Childrens Literature Comprehensive Database, Children's Books Online: The Rosetta Project, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Social Sciences, Health, and Education Library Home. "It's the best time to teach [children] to form good habits," she said. The Tales of Uncle Remus. All the images on the S-Collection pages are used with the kind permission of Children's Books Online: The Rosetta Project, the largest online collection of illustrated antique children's books. This relatively new release by Angie Thomas centers around Starr, a young black girl caught up in the brutal murder of her friend at the hands of the police. Author and illustrator Ezra Jack Keats was white, but his sensitive depiction of a child's first experience with snow won the Caldecott Medal and was embraced by parents and children of all colors. Ebonics. Award Winners The Parenting Book Guide Books to Read Before Bed Books for Middle Graders Trending Series Who Was? [Center for Childrens Books SE.F46G], Flake, Sharon. By reading their own words, we can learn much more about them without bias from an outside author. The book goes into detail about the grammatical and syntax structure of AAVE and showing . Fans of Ramona Quimby will get a kick out of Clementine, her brother Spinach (that's not really his name) and her sort-of-snooty best friend Margaret. 1995. A retelling of the Afro-American tales about the adventures and misadventures of Brer Rabbit and his friends and enemies. Yesterday I Had the Blues takes a step away from that kind of homogeneity toward the poetry of language. (For ages 3 to 6), Oh, no! And we bet the kids in your life will love making you say things like "BLORK" or "My only friend in the whole wide world is a hippo named BOO BOO BUTT" or "BADOONGYFACE!!!!" The Good Egg: An Easter And Springtime Book For Kids (The Bad Seed 2) Jory John. Written in AAE. E.B. AAVE has rules like any other dialect or language, as linguists John Rickford and Russell Rickford argue in their 2001 article for Language Review, "The Ubiquity of Ebonics": "Consider grammar. (For ages 6 to 10), Spunky, redheaded third-grader Clementine starts this series by having a seriously bad week (how many times is she going to get sent to the principal? And all he really wants to do is draw comics so how can he stay true to himself and his neighborhood, and still figure out his new school? Im gone always be yo sweet MaDear, and you gone always be my baby. A little black boy tries to find out where his people are from. Its extremely difficult to write so called non-standarddialects. Put that together with Leo and Diane Dillon's luscious illustrations and you have an almost perfect story-hour read. This novel highlights the experiences of two sisters who are separated but keep in touch via letters. This piece of historical fiction shows the lives of two girls living in a segregated African-American community after WWII. Well, no, actually despite a moment of competition from In the Night Kitchen, we knew we had to go with this classic tale of Max, his wolf suit, the wild rumpus, and of course the dinner that was still warm when he got home. (For ages 3 to 8), Julin is riding the subway with his abuela when he sees them: three mermaids, with fabulous hair and fishtail dresses. Nok, the prison warden's daughter, is determined to recapture Pong but her quest leads her to some uncomfortable revelations. 2003. A significant number of whites, Hispanics, and Asian Americans who live and work closely together speak dialects that can be characterized as black English. But, there are tonsof books, movies, and other media that perpetuate this stereotype. Perhaps the young adult audience is easier to introduce AAVE to, which is why Ive seen more notable examples in YA books lately. (For ages 4 to 8), Anna Hibiscus lives in "Africa, amazing Africa," in a compound with her large and loving family. The book not only covers the linguistic facets of AAVE, but also the controversy surrounding it through America. S-Collection homepage. (For ages 8 to 12), A classic! Flossie & the Fox. Nate Foster longs to get away from Jankburg, Pa., to star in a Broadway show (or even just see one). 1994. And that might just be enough. M992j], Porter, Connie Rose. Uses AAE. Together, they go to the store and to the zoo, to costume parties and daycare classes in richly illustrated, mostly wordless books that let readers form their own ideas about what's happening on each page. once again." And as they fished, Bao's father would tell him stories about another pond back in their homeland of Vietnam. Looking to learn about African American Vernacular English (AAVE) aka Black English or Ebonics? Marcia. (For ages 10 and up), We did not include the Little House books on this list they're already part of the Ultimate Backseat Bookshelf. "And I feel like the most important thing that's ever happened to me is growing up without money." Children's author Louise Borden has been reading aloud in elementary schools for years, but on March 1, the experience was a little different. Illustrator Rashin Kheiriyeh, whose family fled Iran after war broke out in 1980, told NPR that when she first read the manuscript, "I thought, oh, that's me." A wily fox, notorious for stealing eggs, meets his match when he encounters a bold little girl in the woods who insists upon proof that he is a fox before she will be frightened. To find books that utilize AAE, use the bibliography and resources listed below. (For ages 4 to 8), Mary Walker's life stretched all the way from the Civil War to the civil rights movement. Significance. Its different. Children's Literature at the Social Sciences, Health, and Education Library, African American English (AAE) Books for Youth, Childrens Literature Comprehensive Database, Social Sciences, Health, and Education Library, Rhythm, Rhyme, and Time: Youth Literature for National Poetry Month. (Yes, being published in 1986 relegates you to classic status.). But as kids will learn from I Am Enough, like the sun, we're all here to shine. But one day, he wakes up with a cold and decides to stay in bed, so his worried animal friends jump on the bus to visit him. Lifted up by the stars, Cassie flies over the city, claiming its beauty for her own and imagining a better life for her family. There is beauty and poetry in spoken language. Illustrations and rhyming text celebrate the roots of jazz music. (For ages 0 to 2), Readers nominated so many Maurice Sendak books, it was hard to pick just one. With that in mind, we decided that this year's summer reader poll should be all about keeping kids occupied. For the first time, she read her 2006 book . A Story Inspired by Oscar Peterson's Childhood. Writer Kelly Yang based this powerful story on her own experience, and the stories of the immigrants who stayed at her family's motels. The stone lion on Zion Street, proud and fierce, instills fear and admiration in those who see it in the cold city fog. ), but we promise things will get better. Again, a strong, intelligent black girl tells a riveting story while staying true to her language and culture. "Chicka Chicka boom boom! 1976. But the judges felt Blueberries for Sal was the most compelling read. But Corinne La Mer isn't afraid of anything, especially jumbies, since everyone knows they're just made up, right? But then hope arrives sloooowly on tortoise-back in the form of 7-year-old Kid Sheriff Ryan, who may not know about toads specifically, but he does know about dinosaurs. Editors of Phoenix International Publications. (Hello, Christian Robinson and Vashti Harrison!) Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. (AAVE). So if something appeared on the Backseat 100, we didn't include it here. (For ages 4 to 8), So many great Jacqueline Woodson books, so little space! Miles Parks. The series grows up with its readers; at the beginning, Betsy and Tacy are small children; we see them through adventures fanciful and down-to-earth, and finally leave them as young married women. This book uses modified AAE. Of course, if this book existed in a vacuum, it wouldnt be a problem. A mother expresses her everlasting love for her child using AAE in this warm, poetic picture book. A childs disappointment and jealousy over a new baby sister are dispelled as he becomes aware of the importance of his new role as a big brother. (For ages 4 and up), Readers voted in just about everything Mo Willems has ever written, but sadly, with only 100 slots on the list, we could only keep one (although we cheated a little by picking a series). Consisting of roughly 32 pages the books illustrations and text provides a detailed insight into the lives of a violin student who passes by a blind man named Mr. Washington who recognizes not only the student but the song he is playing. A savvy mouse avoids the clutches of a fox by invoking the terrible Gruffalo setting off an increasingly ridiculous (and delightful) chain of events, all told in rhyming couplets that are all kinds of fun to read aloud. Perhaps you can help diversify our TBR list. A lovely story about a girl who has the power to change the world around her. (For ages 6 to 8), Junie B. Jones is almost 6 years old! Book - 2015. 1999. This is a most have for AAVE enthusiasts and those who enjoy a good fiction (urban) story. Clifton defended and used AAE in many of her books, including this one. Many AAVE speakers me included tend to code-switch, or switch dialects when at work or in some other professional setting. [Education Oak St Facility S.C613T] Duncan, Alice Faye. And will she still be a queen when she gets there? This is a lively, loving tour of Juana's world, liberally sprinkled with Spanish words to learn as you go meanwhile, Juana has to practice her English, and she's really not happy about that. Slang. Ashley Bryan's paper-cut illustrations, reminiscent of Henri Matisse, bring this story of envy, beauty and acceptance to gorgeous life. If you havent readPush, youve probably heard of it or its film adaptation, PreciouswithGabourey Sidibe as the lead and MoNique as her villainous mother. My cynical answer is this: while AAVE is a dialect of English just like British, Scottish, or Canadian English, its seen as grammatically incorrect and unprofessional because its black. The Barbers Cutting Edge. A little black boy tries to find out where his people are from. (For ages 3 to 7), You guys voted in a lot of Robert McCloskey books! Like, hey, you guys should be friends 'cause, you know, Shawn at the time was, like, the new kid on the block. These terms are still used, although African American English is currently the most accepted term. Written by Linda R. Taylor, the book goes deep into not only the linguistic differences between AAVE and Standard American English/Euro-American English, but also into the differences in thought patterns. (For ages 8 and up), A fantastical, Thai-inspired twist on Les Misrables. (For ages 3 to 5), Little kids are goofy and frequently gross, we all know that so Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith's gleefully surreal inversion of familiar fairy tales is perfect for little readers. While many people many serious language and cultural enthusiasts may prefer heftier books, Sing to the Stars is a great book for someone to read in a day or two. (For ages 7 and up), Strega Nona should have known better than to leave Big Anthony alone with her magic pasta pot! (For ages 1 to 4), Innosanto Nagara's ABCs of activism simplifies ideas about environmentalism, feminism, civil rights and democracy for the littlest readers. Talking Back, Talking Black: Truth's About America's Lingua Franca. The stone lion on Zion Street, proud and fierce, instills fear and admiration in those who see it in the cold city fog. The book is written in the AAVE tongue and sharply puts into words the difficulties of urban life. But a magical flight through the night sky helps her learn to love that darkness. Im gone always be yo sweet MaDear, and you gone always be my baby. 1973. #3. (For ages 4 to 8), Lilly loves everything, especially her purple plastic purse full of treasures. When you write non-standard dialects in traditional print English, the beauty of the different ways of speaking becomes invisible on the page. (For ages 4 to 8), "I'm not meant to be like you; you're not meant to be like me," writes actor and author Grace Byers. So why is AAVE in literature not that prominent? Celebrates being Bold, All Bliss Boy, All Bad Boy Beast, Boy Running, Boy Jumping, Boy Sitting Down, and being in Love With Being a Boy. [Education Oak St Facility S.ST454M. 2005. Tasha becomes a single mother after being raped and tries to be a good mother to her daughter Imani in this tragic story. This book is not recommended for those who want a simple overview of the linguistics, but for those who are serious about learning not only about the language structure but the controversy in public education surrounding the dialect. National Geographic Kids Creepy Crawly Sticker Activity Book: Over 1,000 Stickers! Now, we understand that half the fun of a list is arguing about what didn't make it on and our judges had to make some hard choices. If Harlem high school senior Drew Lawson is going to realize his dream of playing college, then professional, basketball, he will have to improve at being coached and being a team player, especially after a new white student threatens to take the scouts attention away from him. But those visions have a terrible earthly cause, and Christine has to find it in herself to be the friend Moon needs as she fights for her life. Updated on June 09, 2019. Leroy Brown (not the bad one) is a 10-year-old genius who solves mysteries for 25 cents a day (no case too small) often for his police chief dad, and often involving his nemesis, the bully Bugs Meany alongside his pal and partner Sally Kimball, who often solves the case by noticing things Encyclopedia doesn't. (For ages 6 to 9), 10-year-old Mia Tang mans the desk at her family's motel and helps keep its biggest secret: Her parents hide immigrants, letting them stay for free in empty rooms. (For ages 3 to 8), Annabel finds what looks like an ordinary box full of ordinary yarn but it's enough to clothe, brighten and bind together a whole town in colorful knitted cozies. (For ages 4 to 7), George is a little dog who just can't bark. Jen Wang based this heartfelt story of friendship through adversity which was a 2019 Book Concierge pick on her own childhood. So whos standard? (For ages 9 to 12), Best friends Daisy Wells and Hazel Wong do what any enterprising young women at boarding school would do: They form a detective agency and quickly run up against their first real case when Hazel finds the body of their science teacher sprawled on the gymnasium floor. It was created by the Black psychologist Robert Williams in the hope of changing the conversation around the dialect, which was often referred to as lazy or broken English by the white . . Do you pause in the produce aisle and think about one real peach? (For ages 8 to 12), Fans of Ballet Shoes and the Green Knowe books will love this tale of four sisters who go to spend their summer vacation in a cottage on the grounds of a grand mansion. On Beyond Bugs: All About Insects (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library) Best Activity Book. Black English. Its so worth reading. And she wants to be a writer, but English isn't her first language. (For ages 2 to 5), All the other animals are having fun! I hope more young adult novels follow in these footsteps. Begging for Change. Jules Feiffer's illustrations are minimalist but incredibly expressive plus, it's just fun to yell MOO and OINK and QUACK QUACK! There is a variety of names for the specific term such as "AAE" African American English, or "BE" Black English and also" BEV" Black English Vernacular. A School for Pompey Walker. In the city of Chattana, all the light was created by one man, the Governor. Sing to the Stars. Honey Baby Sugar Child. (For ages 4 to 8), Artist Faith Ringgold's tale of young Cassie Louise Lightfoot who flies far above the "tar beach" of her apartment building roof is along with The Undefeated one of the most beautiful books on this list. (For ages 3 to 7), Windy Girl loves the stories her uncle tells about long-ago powwows. Draws on AAE cadences. 1994. It's pretty great to have a giant dog because then when you walk to school, you can think about ice cream and rain instead of tornadoes or ghosts. Happy reading! Rashaad gets his hair cut by the best barber in town who also introduces him to the joy of learning new words. African American Vernacular English (AAVE) is a variety of American English spoken by many African Americans. (For ages 5 to 7), Kate DiCamillo is another author who showed up all over the original list of nominations, but our judges thought this series about a terrific, radiant little pig who likes buttered toast, car rides and solving the occasional mystery was the pick of the litter. (For age 3 to 5), Don't turn the page! One morning, a little boy in Brooklyn wakes up to a changed world sparkling with fresh snowfall. Some may criticize the way the book is written, in the Southern twang of AAVE, but to those who okay and excited for a more immersive book then this is the one for you. Though this story (and especially its film adaptation) might fall into the white savior or white mans burden trope, it does at least include the actual journal entries bystudents of color. (For ages 4 to 8), As a child, Minh L loved his grandparents but didn't really know what to say to them. [Education Oak St Facility S.C613T] Duncan, Alice Faye. A retelling of the Afro-American tales about the adventures and misadventures of Brer Rabbit and his friends and enemies. (For ages 5 to 8), You can't have a kids' books list without Dav Pilkey. Yesterday I Had the Blues celebrates language (and color words that depicts moods). Nope. (For ages 5 to 8), Dory is the youngest in her family, with a yen for attention and an overactive imagination and did we mention her nemesis, Mrs. Gobble Cracker? This book, or novel, highlights the life of a teenage girl going through extreme difficulties with her father raping her and her mother who dismisses her. A fourteen-year-old black girl living in the city tries to answer some very tough questions about life. [Education S Collection S.398.2 L567T], McKissack, Patricia C. Corduroy's after-hours search for his missing button leads to escalating mischief and a story that's great for anyone who's ever wondered whether toys come to life when you aren't looking. How? #2. Children's access to diverse literacy materials in the home encompass a range of resources that promote children's interactions with print. It was truly heartwarming to read. He doesn't like the street he lives on, and then his parents get him Mudge, a dog who's considerably bigger than he is. Be Boy Buzz. (For ages 3 to 7), There's no such thing as a Gruffalo! (Don't worry, everyone is reconciled in the end.) Not only does this book explore police brutality in a nuanced and easy way for young adults, it has tremendous use of AAVE. If you like The Phantom Tollbooth, try this story about a little boy named Elmer Elevator (the narrator's father as a child) who befriends a talking alley cat that sets him on his way to a grand adventure on a wild island past muddy rivers, fierce tigers and fashionable lions to rescue a yellow-and-blue-striped dragon. 1988. English is in constant evolution. 2006. The book goes into detail about the grammatical and syntax structure of AAVE and showing how it is a proper dialect just like Standard American English (SAE) is. So do many African-Americans who aspire to be successful. (For ages 4 to 8), by Ibtihaj Muhammad, S. K. Ali and Hatem Aly, Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad was bullied as a child for wearing a hijab. 1995. 1994. Elephant and Piggie are funny, adorable cartoon animals, but they have to work through the same serious issues sharing, patience, new friendships, sadness that all kids face as they grow up. She has a lot to deal with her dad's been laid off and the family has to move to a smaller house. Aave genre: new releases and popular books, including Be Boy Buzz by bell hooks, If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin, No Name in the Street by Ja. Clifton defended and used AAE in many of her books, including this one. Chris Raschka tells an entire story through these nearly monosyllabic exchanges. Author Linda Sue Park made the parallels between Hanna and Laura Ingalls deliberate as she writes in her author's note, she loved the Little House books as a child, but she knew Ma and Pa Ingalls wouldn't have let Laura "become friends with someone like me someone who wasn't white." But then one night she sees yellow eyes shining in the forest and soon, she finds she has to use all her wiles to keep the jumbies away from her island. Novak points out, "Here is how books work: Everything the words say, the person reading the book has to say." 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