As everyone—from Baby's nima (mom) to nadi (big sister) to cheii (grandfather)—tries to elicit the joyous sound from Baby

just like the seasons

And as he comes to embrace his full identity

As I wash my mother's face

Jo Jo Makoons: The Super-Scary Sleepover humor As everyone—from Baby's nima (mom)There's no "brave" without "afraid"! Jo Jo is back to face her fears, in her own special way, in the fifth book in the beloved Jo Jo Makoons chapter book series. Spunky Ojibwe first grader Jo Jo Makoons knows a lot about bravery and boldness. Her cat, Mimi, is very brave when she tries new foods, and Teacher is very bold when he wears his ugly ties to school. When Jo Jo is invited to her very first friend sleepover, it's her turn to be courageous!