Jerome by Heart
Illustrator
Olivier Tallec
Publisher
Enchanted Lion Books
Publication Year
2018
ISBN
9781592702503
Pages
32 pages
Genre
realism
Format
picture book
Item Type
Fiction
Annotation
This story follows a little boy named Raphael, whose daily rhythm is steeped in his immense affection for his friend Jerome. The two boys share jokes and snacks and plan future adventures to the Himalayas. Even when Raphael’s constant talk of Jerome is driving his parents crazy, he remains steadfast: “Raphael loves Jerome. I can say it. It’s easy.” And the truth is, when he’s with Jerome, Raphael feels happy, liked, and understood― even special.
Grade Level
K-3; 3-5
Diversity Topics
LGBTQ (Gender and Sexuality); Gay/Lesbian; gay; gay child
Main Character
male child
Race/Ethnicities
White
Family Formation
mother and father
LGBTQ+
gay male
Awards
Mildred L. Batchelder Award, 2019, Honor, Children (13-18)
Keywords
friendship; love; snacks; bullies; soccer; mother; father; dismissive; present; easy
Diversity Impact
indirect
STARS Citation
Scotto, Thomas, "Jerome by Heart" (2018). Diverse Families. 1926.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/diversefamilies/1926