The Ghost Boy And Suicide — 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
When I was in my twenties, I worked for a company in Palo Alto, California. I had a boss who was very strict. He was a former military man and he treated us like we were in the military. When I was sick or had to take the day off, I was afraid to call and let my boss know that I wasn't going to be that day. He didn't like us taking time off and he would get upset.
One day my boss told us his daughter had committed suicide. My boss said she had everything to live for and she was a fool to commit suicide.
He kept blaming her and calling her a stupid kid.
I didn't know her, but I felt sorry for her and him.
Never think killing yourself will solve your problem.
This book is based on a true story. Jim, the ghost boy, is a fictional character. He helps his sister Lorna throughout the book
Frequently asked questions
Is The Ghost Boy And Suicide appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The narrative includes themes of violence, particularly related to the killing of children by police, which is a central element in the context of systemic racism and police brutality. The book deals with heavy themes such as death and violence, which may be considered scary for some readers, especially in the context of children being killed.
Does The Ghost Boy And Suicide have violence?
The narrative includes themes of violence, particularly related to the killing of children by police, which is a central element in the context of systemic racism and police brutality.
Does The Ghost Boy And Suicide have scary content?
The book deals with heavy themes such as death and violence, which may be considered scary for some readers, especially in the context of children being killed.
Does The Ghost Boy And Suicide have religious themes?
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The book addresses race as a central theme, focusing on the impact of racism and police brutality on young Black boys, particularly through the story of a boy named Jerome who is shot by a police officer.
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