"Jump Up Time: A Trinidad Carnival Story" by Lynn Joseph captures the vibrant spirit of Trinidad's Carnival through the eyes of a young girl, who eagerly awaits the festival's arrival. As she joins her family in the preparations, she learns about the rich cultural traditions, music, and joyful celebrations that define this unique event. The story intertwines the themes of family, heritage, and the excitement of participating in the colorful festivities, highlighting the lively costumes, rhythms, and the communal joy that Carnival brings to the island. It's a joyous celebration of culture and community. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 1998 by Houghton Mifflin .

Catherine Stock, known for her sensitive paintings, has illustrated many books for children, including several for Clarion. She divides her time between Rignac, France, and New York City. Lynn Joseph was born in Trinidad and now lives in Hollis, New York. Her book The Mermaid's Twin Sister: More Stories from Trinidad received the Americas Award.