Jackie the Jumping Gerbil
Jackie Gerbil's lively little story about curiosity, friendship, and finding his own way.
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​“A very sweet and charming story, with lessons to be learned about life and gerbils. Fun to read, especially knowing that the characters are based on real people and events.”
— L. Stephenson, Verified Reader
Hop Inside Jackie's Story
​Join Jackie the Jumping Gerbil and his friends on a cheerful adventure about self-discovery, friendship, and believing in yourself. Jackie’s journey shows that sometimes our biggest strengths are the very things that make us different.
A Story for Curious Readers of All Ages
Jackie the Jumping Gerbil is written as a playful yet thoughtful chapter book. It works well as a read-aloud for younger children and as an independent story for readers ages 7–10, while also offering a comforting and meaningful experience for adults who enjoy gentle animal tales about self-discovery and belonging.
At the Heart of the Story
– Curiosity – Self-Discovery – Friendship – Confidence – Belonging – Courage
A Bite of the Story
Tiny Jackie was a gerbil with inquisitive eyes and a silly smile. He would often stretch and strain on his oversized back feet to stand very tall.
He did not do this to be funny, but to gawk and gaze at the fascinating creatures that lived all around him. Jackie lived an exciting life at the Shawshween River Gerbil Shelter, a life filled with days of exploration, tunnel digging, and running on his wheel.
