Filled with lots of glitter, raised pinkies, and humorous misunderstandings, this second book in the Jo Jo Makoons chapter book series-written by Dawn Quigley and illustrated by Tara Audibert-is filled with the joy of a young Ojibwe girl discovering her very own special shine from the inside out.
First grader Jo Jo Makoons knows how to do a lot of things, like how to play jump rope, how to hide her peas in her milk, and how to be helpful in her classroom.
But there's one thing Jo Jo doesn't know how to do: be fancy. She has a lot to learn before her Aunt Annie's wedding!
Favorite purple unicorn notebook in hand, Jo Jo starts exploring her Ojibwe community to find ways to be fancy.
This funny and heartwarming early chapter book is a perfect read for emerging readers.
- Funny Kids Book: Get ready for giggles as Jo Jo tries to hide her peas in her milk, finds out blueberry pie doesn't have forty-seven letters, and learns the hard way what "fancy" really means.
- Native American Main Character: Follow along with Jo Jo, a joyful and curious Ojibwe girl who explores her community and learns about her culture on the way to a special family wedding.
- Learning To Be Yourself: Jo Jo is on a mission to be fancy, but she soon discovers that her own special shine comes from being helpful, kind, and exactly who she is.
- Perfect for Emerging Readers: With charming illustrations and accessible text, this story is ideal for children transitioning to chapter books.
