My Name is Jemima

My Name is Jemima, written by disability activist Olivia Muscat, is a much-needed picture book all about the life of a guide dog. Brought to us with bright and beautiful illustrations by Allison Colpoys (award-winning illustrator of All the Ways to Be Smart, and Under the Love Umbrella), Jemima, Muscat’s very own guide dog, tells us all about her very important job and what it means to be a guide dog.

Whether it be at the beach, the office or on public transport, we see how Jemima’s job is instrumental in Muscat’s everyday life and we come to appreciate their special bond. Throughout the story, Jemima teaches us when it is appropriate to pat guide dogs and when we should let them focus on their job, an idea that’s not always easy to understand.

This book acts as a wonderful educational tool for children, helping them gain insight into service animals and their handlers. For ages 4+.