About This Book
Reach for Jingo Django when your child is grappling with questions about their identity or expressing a deep desire for a sense of belonging. This story is perfect for the child who feels like an outsider and needs to see that their personal history is something they can actively seek out and define for themselves. It serves as a bridge for conversations about resilience and the importance of self-reliance when navigating a world that isn't always fair. Set in the mid 1800s, the story follows Jingo, an orphan sold into chimney-sweeping labor who discovers a mystery involving a whale tooth and a hidden treasure. The narrative is a classic tall tale filled with Dickensian rogues and larger than life adventure. While the plot is fast paced and humorous, the emotional core focuses on Jingo's search for his father and his own name. It is a lighthearted yet meaningful exploration of a child's agency and the discovery that family can be found in unexpected places.
