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When ten-year-old Jason is uprooted from the streets of New York City and relocated to the bustling suburbs of Los Angeles, his world of familiar routines dissolves into a new, uncertain landscape. To cope with the upheaval of a moving household, he invents grand adventures as a junior photojournalist and investigative reporter, insisting that his photographic exploits are real. Through his exaggerated narratives, Jason grapples with honesty and the desire for recognition while navigating the challenges of adjusting to a new city and school. The story invites young readers to reflect on the importance of truth, resilience, and the power of imagination when facing change.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Joanne Rocklin
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