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Hope, Jake

Taking the Long Way Home

32 pp. | Scallywag | August, 2025 | Trade ISBN 9781836300151 $18.99
(3) K-3 Illustrated by Brian Fitzgerald. On a walk home with Uncle Jerome, biracial siblings, Zarah and her brother, experience a world full of imagination, brought to life through their five senses. Expressive, colorful illustrations depict their make-believe encounters with tigers, crocodiles, and mysterious yeti footprints. Zarah’s initial reluctance turns to excitement as she discovers the joy of taking the “long way.” With lively dialogue and playful repetition, this heartwarming celebration of curiosity, adventure, and family bonds bursts with energy and charm.
Reviewer: Summer Edward

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