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Jabari Jumps Nikki Grimes • VETTED BY EXPERTS: Fact-checkedWorking up the courage to take a big, important leap is hard, but Jabari is almost absolutely ready to make a giant splash. Jabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. Hes finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and hes a great jumper, so hes not scared at all. Looks easy, says Jabari, watching the other kids take their turns. But when his dad squeezes his hand, Jabari squeezes back. He needs to figure out what kind of