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Jerome and the Tapestry of Time: Uncle Tim and the First Fish
Paperback
Series: Jerome and the Tapestry of Time
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jun 28 2026
Pages: 36
Weight: 0.24
Height: 0.09 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A Pier. A Patient Uncle. A First Fish That Teaches a Boy What It Means to Lead.
Jerome is going fishing with Uncle Tim, and the pier feels bigger than ever. The morning sky glows pink and gold, the waves splash below, and Jerome is ready for an adventure.
But this day is about more than catching a fish.
As Uncle Tim teaches him to watch, wait, and stay steady, Jerome learns that patience isn't passive - it is the foundation of responsibility. When his line finally tugs and his first fish breaks the surface, Jerome discovers that growing up means doing the right thing, even when no one would know if he did not.
Written by Dr. Sherman J. Morris, this story draws on real family heritage and Gullah Geechee roots to deliver a values-driven read perfect for:- Parents looking for read-aloud books that spark real conversation
- Educators building classroom libraries around character, leadership, and legacy
- Grandparents and mentors passing down family traditions to the next generation
- Ages 4-9
Includes a Note to Parents and Educators section with five discussion questions designed to turn story time into a conversation about patience, responsibility, and what it means for people to be able to count on you. This is a story about a fish - and it is about so much more than a fish. It is about the moment a boy starts to understand that leadership isn't a title. It's a habit, built one quiet lesson at a time.
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