Jessi's Secret Language A Graphic Novel — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Jessi recently moved to Stoneybrook and is one of the newest members of The Baby-sitters Club. She's getting ready to start regularly sitting for the BSC's newest charge, Matt Braddock. Matt has been Deaf since birth and uses sign language to communicate, so Jessi has to use it, too. It's a secret language!
Soon all the neighborhood kids want to learn how to sign, which keeps the BSC busy. Jessi's the busiest of all -- she's preparing for her dance school's big show, plus working on another secret, just for Matt. Will Jessi be able to keep the secret and pull off her special event?
Frequently asked questions
Is Jessi's Secret Language A Graphic Novel appropriate for a 7-year-old?
No violence is depicted in the book. The narrative focuses on Jessi learning a secret language and preparing for a dance performance, which does not involve any violent acts. No scary content is present in the book. The story is light-hearted and focuses on positive themes of friendship and learning.
Does Jessi's Secret Language A Graphic Novel have violence?
No violence is depicted in the book. The narrative focuses on Jessi learning a secret language and preparing for a dance performance, which does not involve any violent acts.
Does Jessi's Secret Language A Graphic Novel have scary content?
No scary content is present in the book. The story is light-hearted and focuses on positive themes of friendship and learning.
Does Jessi's Secret Language A Graphic Novel have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies present in the narrative.
Does Jessi's Secret Language A Graphic Novel have racial/cultural content?
The book features Jessi, who is a Black character, and addresses her experiences in ballet class. However, the narrative has been critiqued for downplaying racial dynamics and bullying related to her identity.
Does Jessi's Secret Language A Graphic Novel have profanity?
No profanity is found in the book. The language used is appropriate for the target age group.
Does Jessi's Secret Language A Graphic Novel have climate change?
No climate themes are present in the book. The narrative does not address environmental issues or activism.
Does Jessi's Secret Language A Graphic Novel have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in the book. The narrative is centered around friendship and communication through sign language.
Does Jessi's Secret Language A Graphic Novel have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. Jessi is portrayed as a dedicated student and babysitter, but there is no thematic exploration of gender expectations.
Does Jessi's Secret Language A Graphic Novel have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes are explicitly present in the book's narrative. While there are mentions of the author Ann M. Martin being queer in external discussions, this does not constitute content from the book itself.
