Jabari Tries
An uplifting picture book for young inventors about not giving up, from the creator of Jabari Jumps, age 3, 4, 5, 6
Age 3+
Picture Storybooks
Jabari is inventing a machine that will fly all the way across the yard! But making it go from CRASH to WHOOSH will take grit, patience, and maybe even a little help from his sister.
"A fabulous story for little inventors." Children's Books Ireland
"Jabari’s emotional ups and downs will be familiar to young children, and his hard-won success feels triumphant." Kirkus Review, Starred Review
Jabari is making a flying machine in his backyard! “It’ll be easy. I don’t need any help,” he declares. But it doesn’t work! Jabari is frustrated. Good thing Dad is there for a pep talk and his little sister, Nika, is there to assist, fairy wings and all. With the endearing father-child dynamic of Jabari Jumps and engaging mixed-media illustrations, Gaia Cornwall’s tale shows that through perseverance and flexibility, an inventive thought can become a brilliant reality.
Don't miss Jabari tackling the diving board in Jabari Jumps as he learns to face his fears.
Creators
Gaia Cornwall is an author-illustrator who loves making patterns for surface design. Her work can be seen in magazines, in logos, on various products, and even in movies. She is also the author/illustrator of Jabari Jumps. She lives in the USA, in Rhode Island. Find her online at gaiacornwall.com and on Twitter as @GaiaCC.
