Don't Cause Trouble — Content Guide for Parents
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- Profanity: The reviews describe the plot but say nothing about the book's language.
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
★ "Real life” inspired Chung’s graphic novel debut, which uses vibrant, vivacious, full-color panels."—Booklist, starred review
"Perfectly capturing the experience of navigating middle school as the child of immigrants, this heartfelt and funny title is a must-have for all middle grade graphic novel collections."—School and Library Journal
Twelve-year-old Ming Lee hopes middle school will be the fresh start he needs.
But stepping into school with the same bowl haircut his mom insists on giving him, and wearing the extra-discounted thrift shop clothes she buys him doesn't quite make for the first day of his dreams. Things only get worse when he’s placed in an ESL class despite English being his first (and only) language. The journey ahead is full of awkward, painful, and downright embarrassing moments.
Ming’s dad always tells him, “Get good grades! Don’t cause trouble!” But with two new friends by his side, and a few tricks up his sleeve, Ming is determined to make some changes.
Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Jerry Craft, Don’t Cause Trouble is a funny, warmhearted graphic novel that will resonate with readers who are looking for a place to belong.
Frequently asked questions
Is Don't Cause Trouble appropriate for a 7-year-old?
Ming's mother is a devout churchgoer who believes in giving money to the church and that 'God will provide', and reviewers say faith is part of the story. The story follows Ming, the American-born son of Chinese immigrants, as he deals with fitting in, microaggressions, and racism, and his parents face racism too.
Does Don't Cause Trouble have violence?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does Don't Cause Trouble have scary content?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does Don't Cause Trouble have religion?
Found (Supporting, Christian): Ming's mother is a devout churchgoer who believes in giving money to the church and that 'God will provide', and reviewers say faith is part of the story.
Does Don't Cause Trouble have race & culture?
Found (Central): The story follows Ming, the American-born son of Chinese immigrants, as he deals with fitting in, microaggressions, and racism, and his parents face racism too.
Does Don't Cause Trouble have profanity?
Couldn't confirm: The reviews describe the plot but say nothing about the book's language.
Does Don't Cause Trouble have climate?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does Don't Cause Trouble have sexual content?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does Don't Cause Trouble have gender roles?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does Don't Cause Trouble have gender & orientation?
Not found in the sources we checked.
