Jamaica Louise James
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1996 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

Jamaica Louise James

Written by Amy Hest · Illustrated by Sheila White Samton

An eight-year-old transforms a subway station with a colorful surprise.

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32 pages· 716 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· 590L
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Bookroo's summary

Jamaica Louise James, just eight years old, receives paints for her birthday. With a heart full of creativity, she sets out to surprise her grandmother by transforming the drab 86th Street subway station into a vibrant masterpiece. As her colorful artwork brings joy to commuters, Jamaica discovers the power of one person's impact. What will her art inspire in others, and how will it change her world? Dive into this heartwarming tale of youthful imagination and unexpected influence.

From the publisher

Down in the 86th Street subway station, a plaque bears the name “Jamaica Louise James, age 8.” Who is Jamaica and what did she do? Sit back and enjoy because in this peppery story, Jamaica tells you all about it. With pictures as spunky as Jamaica Louise James herself, Amy Hest’s inspiring tale reveals how important just one person – even someone aged eight – can be.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
716
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
590L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
67016
Publication
Published
September 1, 1997
First published
August 5, 1996
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780763602840
LCCN
95020581
OCLC
37937429

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