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When My Dad Went to the Jungle

Exploring the Amazon through a child's eyes

Gusti author Anne Decis illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Greystone Books,Canada

Published:22nd Oct '20

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A young boy learns about the Amazon rainforest through his father's stories, discovering the importance of nature and respect for different cultures in When My Dad Went to the Jungle.

In When My Dad Went to the Jungle, a young boy embarks on a journey through the Amazon rainforest, sharing fascinating stories and facts about its diverse inhabitants. This charming narrative is woven with the boy's reflections on his father's tales, revealing the deep connection between family, nature, and respect for different cultures. As he documents his thoughts in his journal, he learns valuable lessons about the importance of the rainforest and the people who call it home.

The narrative not only highlights the beauty of the Amazon but also emphasizes the need for conservation. The boy's journal entries serve as a reminder that the rainforest is a vital ecosystem, filled with life and magic, yet it faces significant threats. Through imaginative illustrations and heartfelt words, the young protagonist explores how the Sápara peoples live in harmony with nature, inviting readers to consider their own relationship with the environment.

Ultimately, When My Dad Went to the Jungle is more than just a story about a boy and his father; it is an exploration of identity and connection to the natural world. The boy's realization that a piece of the rainforest resides within everyone encourages young readers to nurture their inner respect for nature and to understand the significance of preserving our planet for future generations.

“An admiring portrait of a father's example and an introduction to the rainforest.” —Wall Street Journal “Gusti’s presentation of the Indigenous people he stayed with on a volunteer trip to the jungle is tender and respectful and rendered with humor through Theo, whose childlike fascination invites young readers to vicariously share his learning.” —Booklist

ISBN: 9781771646703

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40 pages