Jemmy Button
School year: Year 10, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 48
Published: 2013
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"Jemmy Button" by Jennifer Uman tells the poignant story of a young indigenous boy from Tierra del Fuego, who is taken by a British sailor to England as part of an expedition in the 19th century. In his new environment, Jemmy experiences the wonders and challenges of a vastly different world. As he navigates his identity and the impact of colonization, he grapples with feelings of nostalgia for his home and the people he left behind. The beautifully illustrated narrative explores themes of cultural exchange, loss, and the complexities of belonging, making it a powerful tale of resilience and self-discovery. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade-9th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 10-14 years.
There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Templar Books .
Alix Barzelay has an MFA from Sarah Lawrence and teaches children creative writing. This is her first children's book. Jennifer Uman is a self-taught painter and illustrator and Valerio Vidali is an Italian illustrator.