The Boy Who Spoke Chimp

by Jane Yolen, David Wiesner (Illustrator)

Stranded in the coastal mountains following a devastating California earthquake, a 12-year-old boy and the chimpanzee he rescues from a wrecked van communicate through sign language as they struggle to survive.

120 pages, Library Binding

First published February 1, 1981

About the author

Jane Yolen is a novelist, poet, fantasist, journalist, songwriter, storyteller, folklorist, and children’s book author who has written more than three hundred books. Her accolades include the Caldecott Medal, two Nebula Awards, the World Fantasy Award, three Mythopoeic Awards, the Kerlan Award, two Christopher Awards, and six honorary doctorate degrees from colleges and universities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Born and raised in New York City, the mother of three and the grandmother of six, Yolen lives in Massachusetts and St. Andrews, Scotland.

Reviews

[Telisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

8 years old and up. Loved this story. Hero's and bravery come in all shapes and sizes.