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The Boy in the Jam Jar

By Joyce Dunbar

Adjectives

heartwarming insightful engaging

Genres

Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Dylan's hearing is deteriorating, making him feel different from his friends. As he becomes more isolated, his loyal dog Pluto helps him navigate the challenges of his changing world. This heartfelt story, enriched with John Shelley's illustrations, is perfect for young readers.

About the author

Joyce Dunbar is a much-loved British author who has written over seventy books for children. She is best known for her delightful picture book 'Tell Me Something Happy Before I Go To Sleep'. Joyce’s stories are full of warmth, imagination, and gentle humour, making her books favourites for children and families everywhere.

Pages

48 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

2020

Community rating

Average score: 4.44

From 9 readers

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