Joey can understand some people with ease. Her mother's words are always clear to her. Sometimes it even seems as if they can read each other's minds. Other people, like her step father, she can't understand at all: it's very hard to lip-read through facial hair. Joey wants to learn sign language to express herself, but her mother refuses to let her. Then one day, as Joey is gathering mushrooms, she runs into an old man. At first he yells at her for trespassing, but when he realizes that she can't hear his shouts he calms down and introduces her to a new friend. Sukari knows more signs than Joey does and they get along well. Sukari likes raisins and tickles but hates dogs and time-out. Sukari is playful and mischievous, but what else would you expect from a chimpanzee?
I have a special place in my heart for the great apes so I naturally loved Sukari! The exploration of American Sign Language is interesting as well. Several communication styles are used, but they are clearly differentiated with bold italics for written notes and all caps for sign language. If you love apes or if you’re just looking for a great realistic story about a teen finding her place in the world, this is the book for you!
Hurt Go Happy by Ginny Rorby
Erica's Picks
5th - 8th Grade
Tags: Animals, Character Driven, Contemporary Fiction, Family Life
I have a special place in my heart for the great apes so I naturally loved Sukari! The exploration of American Sign Language is interesting as well. Several communication styles are used, but they are clearly differentiated with bold italics for written notes and all caps for sign language. If you love apes or if you’re just looking for a great realistic story about a teen finding her place in the world, this is the book for you!
Hurt Go Happy by Ginny Rorby
Erica's Picks
5th - 8th Grade
Tags: Animals, Character Driven, Contemporary Fiction, Family Life
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