Jabutí the Tortoise: A Trickster Tale from the Amazon

Jabutí the Tortoise is a vibrant, boldly illustrated trickster tale from the Amazon rain forest, in which the beloved tortoise Jabutí — famous throughout the jungle for his sweet flute music and his mischievous pranks — accepts a ride to a heavenly concert from the jealous Vulture, who drops him from a great height, shattering his shell. The colorful birds of the rainforest piece him back together, explaining in the process how toucans, macaws, and hummingbirds got their dazzling colors.

Caldecott Medalist Gerald McDermott's luminous illustrations and lyrical text make this a stunning book for students, introducing them to Amazon folklore and an entertaining pourquoi tale while celebrating the power of music, community, and perseverance.

Publishing Details

Author : Gerald McDermott

Illustrator : Gerald McDermott

Author Nationality : United States

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture Book

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 32

Size: 11.4 x 9.4 inches

Year Published: 2005

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: Kindergarten

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Traditional Literature

Theme: Fables & Folktales, Animals, Nature, Music