Jelly Bean
by Cynthia Lord
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2014
Jelly Bean is about a young girl named Gerri who struggles with fitting in and finds an unlikely friendship with a boy named Jacob.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in Jelly Bean.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance abuse is featured in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The story explores themes of acceptance and belonging.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceGerri shows courage in navigating social challenges.
Family dynamics and support are important.
Friendship and empathy are central to the plot.
The story highlights understanding and kindness.
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