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When Jessie Came Across the Sea
Average rating
4 out of 5
Based on 1,251 Ratings and 214 Reviews

Book Description
In an inspiring pairing, Amy Hest and P.J. Lynch create an unforgettable tribute to the immigrant experience.

Jessie lives with her grandmother in a poor village in the valleys of eastern Europe. When, to everyone's surprise, young Jessie is chosen by the village rabbi to travel to America, and to leave her grandmother behind, they both feel their hearts will break.

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Book Information
PublisherCandlewick Press
BindingHardcover (8 editions)
Reading LevelAges 4-8
# of Pages40
ISBN-100763600946
ISBN-13978-0763600945
Publication Date11/03/1997
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About Amy Hest (Author) : Amy Hest is a published author of children's books. Some of the published credits of Amy Hest include Mr. George Baker, The Dog Who Belonged to No One, Kiss Good Night, Sam (Story Book & DVD), and You... more
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About P.J. Lynch (Illustrator) : P.J. Lynch is a published author, editor, and an illustrator of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of P.J. Lynch include The Fairy Tales of Ireland, The Christmas Mi... more
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1/24/2008 Courtney Autumn Martin said: Beautiful.
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