"Littlejim" by Thomas B. Allen tells the poignant story of a young boy named Littlejim who, despite facing significant challenges and hardships, embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure. Set against the backdrop of rural America, Littlejim grapples with his sense of identity and belonging, influenced by his family's struggles and the world around him. As he navigates friendships, dreams, and the search for meaning, Littlejim learns valuable lessons about resilience, hope, and the power of love. Through vivid storytelling, Allen captures the essence of childhood and the complexities of growing up. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 176 pages in this book. This book was published in 1993 by HarperCollins .

The National Geographic Kid is curious about the world around them, empowered in the face of challenges and responsible for others and the natural world. Combining these principles with the international educational heritage of Collins, this partnership is a natural fit for books that are funny, weird, exploratory, educational and loved by children. Gloria Houston is the author of numerous books for children, including My Great-Aunt Arizona, illustrated by Susan Condie Lamb, which was a Smithsonian Treasure, a Family Channel's Best Book, an IRA Teachers' and Children's Choices book, and an NCTE Best Book, among other honors. She also wrote The Year of the Perfect Christmas Tree, illustrated by Barbara Cooney, which was an annual Publishers Weekly Bestseller and was named a Best Book of the Decade by the American Library Association. She currently lives in North Carolina. Susan Condie Lamb has illustrated several other picture books for children, including the beloved My Great-Aunt Arizona by Gloria Houston. Now writing and illustrating her own projects, Susan lives in Connecticut.