Looking for a Jumbie

Reach for this book when your child is starting to express curiosity or anxiety about the shadows in the corner of the room or the 'monsters' they imagine under the bed. It is an ideal choice for a bedtime read when you want to transform a child's fear of the unknown into a sense of adventurous wonder. Nya, a brave young girl, ventures into the Caribbean night to find a Jumbie, only to discover that the creatures she meets are far more interested in friendship than being frightening. Through rhythmic, repetitive prose and vibrant illustrations, the story reinforces themes of empathy and open-mindedness. It is perfectly suited for children ages 4 to 8, especially those who are beginning to navigate their independence. By the end of the journey, the 'scary' characters have become a community of companions, teaching children that things that seem different or intimidating at first often just need a kind hello.