Jabari Jumps

Picture book; overcoming fear; swimming and diving; father-son relationship

Jabari

1

Hardcover

1st

1st

Third Person

Fiction

32

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Jabari, a young boy who has just finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, goes to the public pool with his father and baby sister ready to take on a new challenge: jumping from the high diving board for the very first time. At first, Jabari insists he isn’t scared—after all, he’s a great jumper and it looks easy when other kids leap into the water. But as he stares up at the towering ladder, he finds many ways to delay his turn: choosing what kind of special jump he’ll do, taking a little rest, and stretching carefully before he climbs. Patiently, his dad stays close, offers encouragement, and helps Jabari name his feelings and break the big, scary task into smaller, manageable steps. Finally, Jabari summons his courage, climbs all the way to the top, looks down at the distant water, and takes a giant leap. His successful jump becomes a triumphant, confidence-building moment, captured in warm, mixed‑media illustrations that highlight both his fear and his bravery. The story gently explores themes of anxiety, perseverance, and parental support, showing young readers that it’s okay to be scared and that facing fears can lead to joyful, empowering firsts.

Candlewick Press

9781338612653

United States

Summ

2017-05-09

2017

2017

1

English

Somerville, Massachusetts

Yes

~$4.99

2026-01-06

2022-02-03 11:14:07