Beneath a Meth Moon — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
When T-Boom introduces Laurel to meth, she immediately falls under its spell, loving the way it erases, even if only briefly, her past. But as she becomes alienated from her friends and family, she becomes a shell of her former self, and longs to be whole again. With help from an artist named Moses and her friend Kaylee, she's able to begin to rewrite her story and start to move on from her addiction.
Incorporating Laurel's bittersweet memories of life before and during the hurricane, this is a stunning novel by one of our finest writers. Jacqueline Woodson's haunting - but ultimately hopeful - story is beautifully told and one readers will not want to miss.
Frequently asked questions
Is Beneath a Meth Moon appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book portrays the harsh realities of life on the streets and the emotional intensity of addiction, which can be interpreted as a form of violence against oneself and others. The narrative discusses the struggles faced by the protagonist, including neglect and the impact of drug use. The book addresses the frightening power of methamphetamine addiction and its impact on the protagonist's life, which may be considered scary or intense for younger readers.
Does Beneath a Meth Moon have violence?
The book portrays the harsh realities of life on the streets and the emotional intensity of addiction, which can be interpreted as a form of violence against oneself and others. The narrative discusses the struggles faced by the protagonist, including neglect and the impact of drug use.
Does Beneath a Meth Moon have scary content?
The book addresses the frightening power of methamphetamine addiction and its impact on the protagonist's life, which may be considered scary or intense for younger readers.
Does Beneath a Meth Moon have religious themes?
The narrative includes Christian references, although they are described as sometimes feeling forced. This indicates that religious themes are present but may not be central to the story.
Does Beneath a Meth Moon have racial/cultural content?
The book tackles issues of race, particularly through the experiences of its African American characters, and discusses the societal challenges they face, including the impact of Hurricane Katrina.
Does Beneath a Meth Moon have profanity?
No profanity is mentioned in the search results, indicating that the language used in the book is likely appropriate for its target audience.
Does Beneath a Meth Moon have climate change?
No climate-related themes or discussions are present in the search results.
Does Beneath a Meth Moon have sexual identity?
No explicit sexual content is mentioned in the search results, and the focus is primarily on addiction and recovery rather than sexual themes.
Does Beneath a Meth Moon have gender roles?
No specific gender roles or discussions about gender expectations are mentioned in the search results.
Does Beneath a Meth Moon have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features a character named Kaylee, with whom the protagonist Laurel forms a friendship, suggesting potential LGBTQ+ themes. However, the extent and nature of these themes are not explicitly detailed in the search results.
