FICTION

Thank You, Jackson: How One Little Boy Makes a BIG Difference

by Niki DALY
illus. by Jude Daly. 32p. Frances Lincoln/Janetta Otter-Barry Bks. 2015. Tr $17.99. ISBN 9781847804846.
COPY ISBN
K-Gr 2—Donkeys are known for being stubborn, and Jackson is no exception. He spends every day carrying heavy loads of potatoes, carrots, corn, and pumpkins over hills to the market so the farmer can sell his goods. But one day Jackson sits down and refuses to go any further. The farmer meets his stubbornness with frustration, and that doesn't change a thing. Seeing that her husband needs some help, Beauty sends her son Goodwill to assist. Goodwill reminds his father that we all need a little gratitude to get moving some days. The story reminds readers that manners can go a long way. Warm-hued illustrations done in acrylics in a folk art style complement the text. This story of kindness would pair well with versions of Aesop's "The Lion and the Mouse" or other fables about the way we treat one another.
VERDICT A great choice for early educators looking to impart moral lessons through stories.
Reviewed by Megan Egbert, Meridian Library District, ID , Apr 01, 2015

Be the first reader to comment.

Comment Policy:
  • Be respectful, and do not attack the author, people mentioned in the article, or other commenters. Take on the idea, not the messenger.
  • Don't use obscene, profane, or vulgar language.
  • Stay on point. Comments that stray from the topic at hand may be deleted.
  • Comments may be republished in print, online, or other forms of media.
  • If you see something objectionable, please let us know. Once a comment has been flagged, a staff member will investigate.

RELATED 

BOOKS

Maddie and Mabel Ready for Snow
by Allen, Kari
BOOKS

Welcome to the Woofmore
by Gephart, Donna & Lori Haskins Houran
BOOKS

Eleven Houses
by Oakes, Colleen
BOOKS

Don’t Let the Forest In
by Drews, CG
BOOKS

Summer Nights and Meteorites
by Reynolds, Hannah
BOOKS

A Vile Season
by Ferraro, David
More
ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?

We are currently offering this content for free. Sign up now to activate your personal profile, where you can save articles for future viewing

ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?