Looking for a Jumbie

by Tracey Baptiste

On Sale: 09/21/2021

Looking for a Jumbie

by Tracey Baptiste

illustrated by Amber Ren

On Sale: 09/21/2021

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About the Book

New York Times bestselling author Tracey Baptiste and acclaimed illustrator Amber Ren take readers on a fun, creepy, storytime-ready romp through a forest filled with creatures from Caribbean folklore.

I’m looking for a jumbie, I’m going to find a scary one.

But Mama says jumbies exist only in stories. So Naya sets out on a nighttime adventure to find out for herself.

No such thing, say the friends she makes along the way. 

But Naya is sure that jumbies are real. Some have big mouths. Or thick fur. Or glowing skin. Or sharp teeth. Kind of like her new friends.…

Looking for a Jumbie is a gentle, bouncy, and creepily fun read-aloud inspired by traditional Caribbean tales.

Critical Praise

"A vibrant and entertaining tale filled with mythical creatures from Caribbean stories that is perfect for Halloween and year-round." — School Library Journal

"The illustrations are colorful and dreamlike, and Ren pays special attention to accentuating the features of characters. A nice addition to offerings on being afraid of the dark, monsters, or nighttime adventures." — Booklist

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Product Details

  • ISBN: 9780062970817
  • ISBN 10: 006297081X
  • Imprint: Balzer + Bray
  • On Sale: 09/21/2021
  • Pages: 32
  • List Price:24.99 CAD
  • Ages: 4 to 8
  • BISAC1 : JUVENILE FICTION / Legends, Myths, Fables / Caribbean & Latin American
  • BISAC2 : JUVENILE FICTION / People & Places / Caribbean & Latin America
  • BISAC3 : JUVENILE FICTION / Monsters

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