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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020 · Est. 15 min read-aloud
Railway Jack
By KT Johnston, César Samaniego (Illustrator)
A legless inspector and a baboon must prove their teamwork to skeptical authorities.
4.5/5 Goodreads · 147 ratings
40 pages· 1,887 words· Est. 15 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In the late 1800s, Jim, a legless railway inspector, finds an unlikely partner in Jack, a baboon. Together, they navigate the challenges of proving their worth to skeptical railway authorities. As Jim trains Jack to assist him, their unique bond faces public scrutiny. Can this extraordinary duo convince everyone of their capabilities and redefine the role of service animals? Discover a heartwarming tale of resilience and friendship that defies expectations.
From the publisher
Jim was a South African railway inspector in the late 1800s who lost his legs in an accident while at work. Unable to perform all his tasks with his disability but desperate to keep his job, Jim discovered a brilliant solution, a baboon named Jack. Jim trained Jack to help him both at home and at the depot. But when the railway authorities and the public discovered a monkey on the job, Jack and Jim had to work together to convince everyone that they made a great team. This inspiring true story celebrates the history of service animals and a devoted friendship.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 40
- Words
- 1,887
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 700L
After the last page
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The Correlated Education Standards and a Discussion Guide are available for download at ktjohnston.com/railway-jack.
What readers & critics say
Reviews
“The book successfully shows people’s relationships with service animals and offers a positive portrayal of disability. A good conversation starter.”
School Library Journal
Critic
“A warm, engaging tale of the bond between a resourceful man and his service animal.”
Kirkus
Critic
“In the annals of service animals, there can be but few to equal Jack.”
Booklist
Critic
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4
- F&P level
- ~Q
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 507068
Publication
- Published
- February 1, 2020
- Publisher
- Capstone Editions
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781684460885
- LCCN
- 2019047419
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