Ginger Pye

Content Ratings

No Romance

There is no romantic content; relationships are based on sibling bonds and the love for a pet.

Light Themes

Jerry and Rachel experience the pain of losing a beloved pet and the fear that he may never be found; themes of determination, sibling loyalty, and the deep bond between children and animals are central; the tone is ultimately warm and hopeful.

No Violence

There is no violence; the conflict is emotional and centered on the mystery of Ginger's disappearance.

Synopsis

Ten-year-old Jerry and his younger sister Rachel save up to buy a dog named Ginger, only to have him mysteriously disappear on Thanksgiving, launching a determined search to find him. A Newbery Medal winner full of warmth, humor, and the texture of small-town 1920s life.