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Jack's Jumper

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Jack's Jumper by Sara Acton is a delightful children's story about a young boy named Jack who cherishes his bright jumper. When the jumper mysteriously goes missing, Jack embarks on an imaginative and heartfelt adventure, exploring new friendships and creative solutions to find it. With charming illustrations and an engaging narrative, this book captures the joy and curiosity of childhood exploration.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this delightful story if you love heartwarming tales about childhood adventures. The charming illustrations and relatable narrative capture the playful spirit of a child's imagination and the special bond between a boy and his favourite piece of clothing. Perfect for young readers who appreciate stories about everyday wonders.

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A sweet story about the bond between brothers and the sentimental value of sharing with your siblings.

Jack’s Jumper is special because it can be many things – a den, a hat, a hug – but most of all it is special because it belonged to Jack’s big brother, Paul. Jack wears the jumper every day, but when forced to take it off to have a bath, the cat sees a comfy new bed...

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Jack's Jumper, by Sara Acton, is praised for its gentle storytelling and evocative illustrations that capture the warmth of a brotherly bond amidst an age gap. Reviews highlight its exploration of themes like imagination, anxiety, and resilience through a beloved woollen jumper, offering comfort and reassurance. The book's ability to engage early readers and families, along with its potential as a future classic, is lauded for its perfect blend of words and imagery. Some critics note its sophisticated themes might better suit children in kindergarten and older rather than very young audiences.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760654054

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 July 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Walker Books Australia

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Sara Acton
  • Illustrated by Sara Acton

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 238.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 370g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Sara Acton is an award-winning author and illustrator of over 20 books for children. She lives on the Central Coast of NSW with one husband, two children, a mischievous dog and a cat called Poppy, who’s definitely in charge.

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