Small as an Elephant

Written by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

A boy alone in Maine must find his way home before authorities discover his secret.

4.0 Goodreads · 8,772 ratings

288 pages· 48,430 words· Est. 6.5 hour read· 790L

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Bookroo's summary

Jack's world is upended when his unpredictable mother vanishes, leaving him alone at a Maine campsite. With only a toy elephant for company, he must navigate his way back to Boston. As he embarks on this perilous journey, Jack faces challenges that test his courage and loyalty. Can he trust in the possibility of finding a new family, or will he remain lost in the chaos of abandonment? His quest is not just for home, but for belonging.

From the publisher

“A deeply perceptive look at the universal fear of abandonment.” – Booklist (starred review) Ever since Jack can remember, his mom has been unpredictable, sometimes loving and fun, other times caught in a whirlwind of energy and “spinning” wildly until it’s over. But now she is gone, leaving him all alone on a campsite in Maine. Can he find his way back to Boston before the authorities realize what happened? With nothing but a small toy elephant to keep him company, Jack begins a journey that will test his wits and his loyalties – and his trust that he may be part of a larger herd after all.

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