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Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16 — Content Guide for Parents

By Ann M. MartinScholastic Incorporated2021-05-04ISBN 9781338755466160 pages
Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16

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

About this book

America's favorite series returns with a new look and a Netflix tv show.

Jessi knows a secret language! She learned it from Matt Braddock, the BSC's newest charge. Matt's been deaf since birth, and he uses sign language to speak. Since Jessi is Matt's baby-sitter, she's been using sign language, too.

Soon all the kids in Stoneybrook want to learn to sign . . . which keeps the Baby-sitters busy. Jessi's the busiest of all: she working on another secret just for Matt. Will she be able to keep the secret and pull off her special event?

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16 appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence detected in the search results for 'Jessi's Secret Language'. The content focuses on friendships and personal growth without any mention of violent themes. No scary content detected in the search results for 'Jessi's Secret Language'. The themes are centered around friendship and personal challenges without frightening elements.

  • Does Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16 have violence?

    No violence detected in the search results for 'Jessi's Secret Language'. The content focuses on friendships and personal growth without any mention of violent themes.

  • Does Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16 have scary content?

    No scary content detected in the search results for 'Jessi's Secret Language'. The themes are centered around friendship and personal challenges without frightening elements.

  • Does Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16 have religious themes?

    No religious content detected in the search results for 'Jessi's Secret Language'. The narrative does not include any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies.

  • Does Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16 have racial/cultural content?

    The book features Jessi, an African American character, and addresses her experiences with being the only Black girl in her class. However, it has been noted that the narrative may downplay racial aspects of her experiences, framing bullying as jealousy rather than racial discrimination.

  • Does Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16 have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the search results for 'Jessi's Secret Language'. The content is suitable for children and does not include any strong language.

  • Does Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16 have climate change?

    No climate themes detected in the search results for 'Jessi's Secret Language'. The content does not address environmental issues or climate activism.

  • Does Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16 have sexual identity?

    No sexual content detected in the search results for 'Jessi's Secret Language'. The book appears to be appropriate for its intended audience without any sexual themes.

  • Does Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16 have gender roles?

    No specific gender roles detected in the search results for 'Jessi's Secret Language'. The focus is on friendships and individual character development rather than traditional or modern gender roles.

  • Does Jessi's Secret Language (the Baby-Sitters Club #16) Volume 16 have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results for 'Jessi's Secret Language'. While the broader series includes topics such as coming out and supporting a transgender child, these are not specifically mentioned in this book.