And Tango Makes Three — Content Guide for Parents
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Religious themes
PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
At the penguin house at the Central Park Zoo, two penguins named Roy and Silo were a little bit different from the others. But their desire for a family was the same. And with the help of a kindly zookeeper, Roy and Silo got the chance to welcome a baby penguin of their very own.
Releasing in time for the tenth anniversary of And Tango Makes Three, this book and CD edition features narration by renowned actor Neil Patrick Harris.
Frequently asked questions
Is And Tango Makes Three appropriate for a 7-year-old?
No violence detected in the book's narrative. No scary content detected in the book's narrative.
Does And Tango Makes Three have violence?
No violence detected in the book's narrative.
Does And Tango Makes Three have scary content?
No scary content detected in the book's narrative.
Does And Tango Makes Three have religious themes?
No religious content detected in the book's narrative.
Does And Tango Makes Three have racial/cultural content?
No race or racism themes detected in the book's narrative.
Does And Tango Makes Three have profanity?
No profanity detected in the book's narrative.
Does And Tango Makes Three have climate change?
No climate themes detected in the book's narrative.
Does And Tango Makes Three have sexual identity?
The book introduces the concept of same-sex relationships in an age-appropriate manner, allowing families to discuss love and acceptance. It does not contain explicit sexual content.
Does And Tango Makes Three have gender roles?
No specific gender roles or themes related to gender roles detected in the book's narrative.
Does And Tango Makes Three have lgbtq+ themes?
The book tells the true story of two male chinstrap penguins, Roy and Silo, who form a bond and raise a chick together, depicting a same-sex relationship. The narrative normalizes LGBTQ+ family structures by presenting them as part of the natural world.
