
Jacob's Missing Book
American Psychological Association (Publisher)
Published on 3. September 2024
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-1-4338-4458-4 (ISBN)
Description
Jacob-the star of one of the most banned books of the decade-is back in Jacob's Missing Book, a kid-friendly story about book banning, censorship, and LGBTQ+ rights.
Noah is confused about Emily's family, so he asks her-who amp rsquo s Pop and who amp rsquo s Dad? Jacob knows just how to explain, but how can he? The penguin book isn't in the library anymore! As the day goes on, everyone is still talking about the mysterious missing book. Ms. Reeves tries to explain why the book is no longer in the library and what all the fuss is about. In the meantime, Jacob hatches a plan to tell the story about Emily's family.
This book cleverly weaves two critical societal issues into one story - book banning in schools and LGBTQ+ rights. And, who is caught in the middle of all this? Kids who are eager to see themselves and their families in books, feel safe with their experiences, and understand that they are loved and supported.
Noah is confused about Emily's family, so he asks her-who amp rsquo s Pop and who amp rsquo s Dad? Jacob knows just how to explain, but how can he? The penguin book isn't in the library anymore! As the day goes on, everyone is still talking about the mysterious missing book. Ms. Reeves tries to explain why the book is no longer in the library and what all the fuss is about. In the meantime, Jacob hatches a plan to tell the story about Emily's family.
This book cleverly weaves two critical societal issues into one story - book banning in schools and LGBTQ+ rights. And, who is caught in the middle of all this? Kids who are eager to see themselves and their families in books, feel safe with their experiences, and understand that they are loved and supported.
Reviews / Votes
"[A]n entry point for more in-depth discussions."-Kirkus ReviewsMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Washington DC
United States
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Kindergarten to Third Grade, Interest Age: From 5 to 9 years
Product notice
Picture book
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
With dust jacket
Dimensions
Height: 259 mm
Width: 204 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
334 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4338-4458-4 (9781433844584)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Sarah and Ian Hoffman are children's book authors who have written three acclaimed books about Jacob, including Jacob's Room to Choose and Jacob amp rsquo s School Play. They live in the San Francisco Bay Area. Visit sarahandianhoffman.com.
Chris Case is an author and illustrator living in Burlington, Vermont. Visit chriscasedraws.com.
Chris Case is an author and illustrator living in Burlington, Vermont. Visit chriscasedraws.com.