I Am Jack

Its my FAVOURITE book in the world. Taylah
I am a big fan of your books. Matthew
I loved your book "I AM JACK".
It was such a good book it's really funny but also it's really sad. Scarlett

The Jack books have been translated into Korean, Bahasa, Slovenian, Vietnamese and other languages.

Endorsed by Room to Read, The Alannah & Madeline Foundation & Life Education Australia.

I Am Jack's a real story in a real family.
Jack's a great kid
He tells jokes, invents, annoys his sister & has great friends.
Then became bullied at school.
It became really scared.
His Mum didn't know..................

...... but Jack did it with his family, teacher, friends.

He WON against bullying.

Jack fights back. How? In the end he proves to everyone that :-

"I Am JACK"

Jack Books reading notes are available on the READING NOTES page.

Published in the USA by Tricycle Press, an imprint of Random House USA, translated into Korean, Bahasa and Vietnamese.

Endorsments for 'I Am Jack'

Susanne Gervay's I AM JACK is a significant resource for parents, students and teachers. School bullying can have a devastating effect on a child and the school community. It can happen to anyone. Through story journey, I AM JACK emotionally engages the bullied, bully, other children, teachers, parents exploring important ways to create a safer place.

The following organisations endorse 'I Am Jack':

Room to Read
Alannah & Madeline Foundation
Life Education Australia
Stop Bullying Now
Monkey Baa Theatre for Young People

I Am Jack is a wonderful book recognising the importance of kids, reading and literacy.'
John Wood, founder of Room to Read World Change starts with Educated Children
www.roomtoread.org

Stan Davis anti-school bullying advocate, author of Schools Where Everyone Belongs and Empowering Bystanders in Bullying prevention says:-

'I Am Jack is a rare treasure. This endearing and realistic book presents the authentic voice of a young person who is bullied; bystanders, friends, and family members who help him; and educators who protect and support him. Every person in this story has a positive role in stopping bullying behaviour. I recommend this book highly.'

'Gervay deals with a sensitive topic with insight and gentle humour.
I am Jack should be compulsory reading for every parent, teacher, and child aged 8 to 12. It is a truly wonderful book.'
Aussie Reviews

Bullying is a significant issue yet Jack's story is accessible and hilarious and his relationship with his mother and the rest of the family is touching and revealing. An absolute must.
Good Reading magazine

Susanne Gervay is rare in her ability to place common problems for children within the spectrum of normal family life. The result is that she makes it OK for the children to talk about them.
The Age

I Am Jack celebrates kids. Unique, valuable kids who deserve the right to take pride in their own special qualities.
Life Education. Kids for a safer and smarter life - www.lifeeducation.org.au

Susanne Gervay's I am Jack is a significant resource for parents, students and teachers. School bullying can have a devastating effect on a child and the school community. It can happen to anyone. Through story journey, I am Jack emotionally engages the bullied, bully, other children, teachers, parents exploring important ways to create a safer place.
The Alannah and Madeleine Foundation - Keeping children safe from violence - www.amf.org.au