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Jamaica Louise James

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4.1 out of 5
Based on 37 Ratings and 10 Reviews

Book Description
After watching her grandmother sell tokens in the dreary subway, Jamaica notices that no one ever says "hello" to one another and comes up with a plan where she is able to make a real change through the use of colorful paints and her good spirit.
Book Information
PublisherCandlewick Press
BindingHardcover (8 editions)
Reading LevelAges 4-8
# of Pages32
ISBN-101564023486
ISBN-13978-1564023483
Publication Date08/05/1996
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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 Sheila White Samton (Illustrator) : Sheila White Samton is a published author and an illustrator of children's books. Some of the published credits of Sheila White Samton include Jamaica Louise James, A Tree for Me, Hurray for Rosa!: Br... more
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