gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:book
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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4
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Raina_Telgemeier
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gptkbp:adaptation
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gptkb:2020
gptkb:graphic_novel
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gptkbp:author
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gptkb:Ann_M._Martin
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gptkbp:character
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gptkb:Dawn_Schafer
gptkb:Claudia_Kishi
gptkb:Logan_Bruno
gptkb:Mallory_Pike
gptkb:Mary_Anne_Spier
gptkb:Kristy_Thomas
gptkb:Stacey_Mc_Gill
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gptkbp:conflict
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Jessi's struggle with her identity.
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gptkbp:critical_reception
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generally positive
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gptkbp:cultural_significance
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addresses issues of race and identity
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gptkbp:format
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ebook
hardcover
paperback
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gptkbp:genre
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gptkb:book
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gptkbp:illustrator
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Susan Tang
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gptkbp:impact
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encouraged empathy among readers.
fostered discussions about race.
highlighted the importance of communication.
increased visibility for deaf culture.
promoted awareness of sign language.
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gptkbp:influenced_by
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real-life experiences of babysitting
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gptkbp:influences
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cultural discussions in children's literature.
perceptions of babysitting.
young readers' understanding of diversity.
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gptkbp:inspiration
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Jessi's interest in American Sign Language.
Jessi's passion for dance.
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gptkbp:isbn
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978-0-590-46980-5
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gptkbp:language
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English
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gptkbp:main_character
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gptkb:Jessi_Ramsey
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gptkbp:narrative_style
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first-person
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gptkbp:page_count
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144
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gptkbp:plot_summary
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Jessi learns sign language to communicate with a new friend.
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gptkbp:published_year
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gptkb:1996
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gptkbp:publisher
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gptkb:Scholastic_Inc.
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gptkbp:related_to
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gptkb:The_Baby-Sitters_Club_series
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gptkbp:resolution
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Jessi finds acceptance and friendship.
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gptkbp:series
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gptkb:The_Baby-Sitters_Club
gptkb:22
22nd
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gptkbp:setting
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gptkb:Stoneybrook,_Connecticut
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gptkbp:target_audience
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middle grade readers
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gptkbp:theme
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gptkb:Community_Center
gptkb:family
gptkb:organization
growing up
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