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Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) — Content Guide for Parents

By Barbara ParkRandom House Books for Young Readers2005-09-27ISBN 9780375928086128 pages
Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))

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

About this book

Meet the World's Funniest First Grader—Junie B. Jones!

Ho, ho...uh-oh! With over 50 million books in print, Barbara Park's New York Times bestselling chapter book series, Junie B. Jones, is a classroom favorite and has been keeping kids laughing—and reading—for over 20 years! In the 25th Junie B. Jones book, it’s holiday time, and Room One is doing lots of fun things to celebrate. Like making elf costumes! And singing joyful songs! Only, how can Junie B. enjoy the festivities when Tattletale May keeps ruining her holiday glee? And here is the worst part of all! When everyone picks names for Secret Santa, Junie B. gets stuck with Tattletale you-know-who! It’s enough to fizzle your holiday spirit! Hmm . . . or is it? Maybe, just maybe, a Secret Santa gift is the perfect opportunity to give May exactly what she deserves.

USA TODAY:
"Junie B. is the darling of the young-reader set."

Publisher's Weekly:
"Park convinces beginning readers that Junie B.—and reading—are lots of fun."

Kirkus Reviews:
"Junie's swarms of young fans will continue to delight in her unique take on the world….A hilarious, first-rate read-aloud."

Time Magazine:
"Junie B. Jones is a feisty six-year-old with an endearing penchant for honesty."

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Frequently asked questions

  • Is Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book does not contain any actual physical violence. It depicts minor mishaps and social challenges typical of children's interactions, which are not violent in nature. There is no genuinely frightening content in the book. The story is light-hearted and focuses on holiday fun, making it appropriate for young readers.

  • Does Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) have violence?

    The book does not contain any actual physical violence. It depicts minor mishaps and social challenges typical of children's interactions, which are not violent in nature.

  • Does Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) have scary content?

    There is no genuinely frightening content in the book. The story is light-hearted and focuses on holiday fun, making it appropriate for young readers.

  • Does Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) have religious themes?

    No religious content is present in the book. The story revolves around holiday themes and personal challenges without any mention of religious practices or beliefs.

  • Does Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) have racial/cultural content?

    Race is not a central theme in the book. The narrative features diverse characters, but it does not address racial issues or themes explicitly.

  • Does Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) have profanity?

    The book does not contain any profanity. The language is suitable for children, featuring Junie B.'s humorous and inventive spellings without any inappropriate language.

  • Does Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) have climate change?

    There are no climate themes present in the book. The narrative centers around holiday festivities and personal experiences rather than environmental issues.

  • Does Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) have sexual identity?

    There is no sexual content in the book. The narrative is appropriate for young readers and focuses on childhood experiences and humor.

  • Does Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) have gender roles?

    The book features a strong female protagonist, Junie B. Jones, but does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The story focuses on her personal challenges and interactions with peers.

  • Does Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book. The narrative focuses on Junie B. Jones and her interactions with her classmates, particularly her rivalry with May.

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