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Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld) — Content Guide for Parents

By R. L. StineBlackstone Pub2017ISBN 9781338194159
Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld)

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

A brand-new Goosebumps arc narrated by the most iconic and evil character of the series, Slappy! Devin and his sister Violet are visiting their Uncle Jack for the summer. He lives in an old house by the seashore. Jack was a sailor and he has collected strange and fascinating items from the sea. Exploring a back room, Devin and Violet discover a locked trunk. A pirate's chest. The trunk is wrapped in old, heavy chains and locked with a huge rusted lock. But they manage to get it open. They lift the lid slowly -- and see that it's filled with antique jack-in-the-boxes. Huh? One box is hidden under the others, covered in dust. It plays an odd, unpleasant song. Up pops a very ugly, mean-looking puppet, an old pirate with a dirty red bandana over his long greasy hair, scars on his cheeks, and a beard -- and one eye missing. "Thanks for letting Sailor Jack out!" he rasps, bouncing on his spring. Devin and Violet now face new and troubling questions: Will Jack return them to their uncle? Just how much is a pirate's promise worth?

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains elements of peril and supernatural threats typical of the Goosebumps series, which may involve characters facing frightening situations. However, specific instances of violence are not detailed in the search results. The book is designed to be spooky and contains elements that could be frightening for children, such as supernatural beings and tense situations typical of the Goosebumps series.

  • Does Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld) have violence?

    The book contains elements of peril and supernatural threats typical of the Goosebumps series, which may involve characters facing frightening situations. However, specific instances of violence are not detailed in the search results.

  • Does Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld) have scary content?

    The book is designed to be spooky and contains elements that could be frightening for children, such as supernatural beings and tense situations typical of the Goosebumps series.

  • Does Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld) have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies within the narrative.

  • Does Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld) have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racial themes or discussions are present in the book. The search results do not indicate any focus on race as a central theme.

  • Does Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld) have profanity?

    No profanity is indicated in the book. The search results mention some mild language in adaptations but do not provide evidence of profanity in the book's narrative.

  • Does Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld) have climate change?

    No climate themes or discussions are present in the book. The search results do not indicate any environmental messages or activism within the narrative.

  • Does Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld) have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is mentioned in the book. The search results reference adaptations and reviews that include mild references to romance or innuendo, but these do not pertain to the book itself.

  • Does Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld) have gender roles?

    The book features characters but does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The narrative focuses on adventure and horror rather than gender dynamics.

  • Does Attack of the Jack! (Goosebumps Slappyworld) have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes present in the book 'Attack of the Jack!'. The search results primarily reference adaptations and reviews that do not pertain to the book's content.