Illus. in full color. "Timid Alex strives to be like his rugged cowboy stepfather, and the two find a common bond when Alex 'rescues' Jake from a wolf spider. Jukes' quiet observations are unfaltering in their perceptiveness. Radiant full-page pastel illustrations serve as a striking counterpoint. This is an uplifting celebration of a new family's understanding, acceptance and love that resonates with truth and humor."--(starred) School Library Journal.
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The Newbery Honor-winning story of a small boy meetingand learning to lovehis new stepfather. Ages 6-10.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Illus. in full color. "Timid Alex strives to be like his rugged cowboy stepfather, and the two find a common bond when Alex 'rescues' Jake from a wolf spider. Jukes' quiet observations are unfaltering in their perceptiveness. Radiant full-page pastel illustrations serve as a striking counterpoint. This is an uplifting celebration of a new family's understanding, acceptance and love that resonates with truth and humor."--(starred) School Library Journal.
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Tender Story about Belonging in a Family,
By Renee Thorpe (Karangasem, Bali) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Like Jake and Me (Paperback)
A great read-aloud for grades pre-K through 2, this is a wonderful story of a boy just trying to establish a relationship with his rough and ready step-dad. Bonus sub-plot of mom pregnant with the step-dad's twins. Heart-warming ending.Great story for all kids, but step-parent theme makes this of special interest to families involving a second marriage, step-siblings, or step-parent. Wonderful illustrations, too.
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This book is very good!,
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I am 10 years old and read this book at school. It is a very good book and the story is easy to read. It teaches how a new family can come together.
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Recommended,
By Debnance at Readerbuzz (Alvin, Texas) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Like Jake and Me (Paperback)
A Newbery Honor Book, but also a picture book. A boy and his stepfather grow closer when they realize they are more alike than they thought. Not a story you often run across in children's books.
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THE RAIN HAD STOPPED. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
wolf spider New!
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THE RAIN HAD STOPPED. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
wolf spider New!
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- Great Books for Boys by Kathleen Odean on page 146
- The Teacher's Calendar, School Year 2003-2004 : The Day-by-Day Directory to Holidays, Historic Events, Birthdays and Special Days, Weeks and Months by Editors of Chase's Editors of Chase's on page 273
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