Jethro and the Jumbie
by Susan Cooper
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1979
Jethro, a young boy in the Caribbean, encounters a mischievous spirit called a jumbie.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
Mild peril and trickery from the jumbie occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
The jumbie's actions can be slightly spooky and unsettling.
The jumbie is a supernatural entity from folklore.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is rooted in Caribbean folklore.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJethro shows some bravery in dealing with the jumbie.
Faith is not a theme in this story.
Family and community bonds are present.
Forgiveness is not a significant theme.
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