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Great Joy — Content Guide for Parents

By Kate DiCamilloCandlewick Press2007ISBN 978076362920532 pages
Great Joy

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

About this book

In her first picture book, America’s beloved storyteller Kate DiCamillo
reunites with Bagram Ibatoulline to offer readers an unforgettable holiday gift.

It is just before Christmas when an organ grinder and monkey appear on
the street corner outside Frances’s apartment. Frances can see them from
her window and, sometimes, when it’s quiet, she can hear their music. In fact, Frances can’t stop thinking about them, especially after she sees the man and his monkey sleeping outside on the cold street at midnight. When the day of the Christmas pageant arrives, and it’s Frances’s turn to
speak, everyone waits silently. But all Frances can think about is the organ grinder’s sad eyes — until, just in time, she finds the perfect words to
share. Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo pairs once again with acclaimed
artist Bagram Ibatoulline as she presents a timeless story of compassion
and joy.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Great Joy appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book does not contain any violence. It tells a gentle story about a girl named Frances who expresses compassion for an organ grinder and his monkey, focusing on kindness rather than conflict. The book does not contain any scary content. It is a warm and gentle story aimed at children, with no elements that would cause fear or distress.

  • Does Great Joy have violence?

    The book does not contain any violence. It tells a gentle story about a girl named Frances who expresses compassion for an organ grinder and his monkey, focusing on kindness rather than conflict.

  • Does Great Joy have scary content?

    The book does not contain any scary content. It is a warm and gentle story aimed at children, with no elements that would cause fear or distress.

  • Does Great Joy have religious themes?

    No religious content is present in the book itself. The narrative focuses on themes of compassion and joy during the Christmas season without explicit references to religious practices or beliefs.

  • Does Great Joy have racial/cultural content?

    Race is not a central theme or plot element in 'Great Joy'. The story focuses on compassion and kindness rather than racial issues.

  • Does Great Joy have profanity?

    There is no profanity in 'Great Joy'. The language used is suitable for a children's audience, focusing on a heartwarming narrative.

  • Does Great Joy have climate change?

    There are no climate themes present in the book. The focus is on personal compassion and the holiday spirit rather than environmental issues.

  • Does Great Joy have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book. The story is appropriate for children and centers around themes of compassion and holiday spirit.

  • Does Great Joy have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It features a young female protagonist, but the narrative does not engage with themes of gender expectations or roles.

  • Does Great Joy have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are explicitly present in the book 'Great Joy' by Kate DiCamillo. The search results reference various media related to LGBTQ+ topics but do not provide evidence of such content in this specific book.

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