Jason Strange: The Graveyard Plot
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A Lot or a Little?
The parents' guide to what's in this book.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Jason Strange: The Graveyard Plot is one volume in the Jason Strange horror series for big kids and tweens. Creepy illustrations show scary vampire-like fantasy creatures, and there's lots of talk about death. Damon is a good role model, resourceful and responsible, but Jaden is a bully. Kids who don't read the "case notes" in the back will end with the strong impression that a main character dies.
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What's the Story?
Damon and Jaden are helping pack up the dusty old house belonging to Damon’s grandfather. When they learn that a treasure map might be hidden in the house, Jaden determines to find it. The boys piece together clues, find the map, and follow it to the town cemetery. What does the treasure have to do with Grandpa's past? And what about all the dire warnings about the demon? What will they find when they open the grave?
Is It Any Good?
Big kids and tweens who enjoy the creepy and macabre will enjoy the spine-tingling chills in this horror story for young readers. The plot of JASON STRANGE: THE GRAVEYARD PLOT moves at a good pace, with lots of foreboding and heavy atmosphere. Eerie, scary illustrations set the tone for this demon story with a twist. It's perfect for reluctant readers, and a glossary helps with the more advanced vocabulary such as "antique” and "sacrifice." Writing prompts and discussion questions encourage kids to connect their own experiences and feelings with the characters and story.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about horror stories. Why is it sometimes fun to get scared or be creeped out?
Do you think Jaden deserved what happened to him? Why, or why not?
Jaden's a bit of a bossy bully. Do you know anyone like him? How do you deal with bullies?
Book Details
- Author: Jason Strange
- Illustrator: Nelson Evergreen
- Genre: Horror
- Topics: Magic and Fantasy, Adventures, Monsters, Ghosts, and Vampires
- Book type: Fiction
- Publisher: Stone Arch Books
- Publication date: January 1, 2012
- Publisher's recommended age(s): 8 - 11
- Number of pages: 62
- Available on: Paperback, Nook, Hardback, iBooks, Kindle
- Last updated: July 13, 2017
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