Big Jabe
School year: Year 1, Year 2
Published: 2003
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"Big Jabe" by Jerdine Nolen is a captivating story about a remarkable man named Jabe who is known for his incredible strength and larger-than-life personality. Set in a rural African American community, Jabe is admired for both his physical prowess and his gentle spirit. The narrative explores themes of community, strength, and legacy as Jabe uses his abilities to help others and overcome challenges. Through colorful storytelling and vibrant illustrations, the book celebrates the importance of kindness, respect, and the contributions of strong figures in our lives, embodying a rich cultural heritage. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.
This book was published in 2003 by Perfection Learning .
JERDINE NOLEN is the author of many beloved picture books, including Plantzilla and Raising Dragons , which won the Christopher Award and was a Smithsonian Magazine Notable Book for Children. She lives in Maryland. KADIR NELSON has illustrated many popular books for children, including Just the Two of Us by Will Smith and Please, Baby, Please by Spike Lee and Tonya Lewis Lee. He lives in California. Kadir Nelson, New York Times bestselling author and two-time Caldecott Honor winner lives in San Diego, California.
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Georgia Children's Book Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Georgia Children's Book Award.