Falling Up — 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
Millie McDeevit screamed a scream
So loud it made her eyebrows steam.
She screamed so loud
Her jawbone broke,
Her tongue caught fire,
Her nostrils smoked...
Poor Screamin' Millie is just one of the unforgettable characters in this wondrous new book of poems and drawings by the creator of Where the Sidewalk Ends and A Light in the Attic. Here you will also meet Allison Beals and her twenty-five eels; Danny O'Dare, the dancin' bear; the Human Balloon; and Headphone Harold.
So come, wander through the Nose Garden, ride the Little Hoarse, eat in the Strange Restaurant, and let the magic of Shel Silverstein open your eyes and tickle your mind.
Frequently asked questions
Is Falling Up appropriate for a 7-year-old?
No violence is depicted in 'Falling Up'. The book is described as G-rated and suitable for children, with no references to physical violence between characters in the poems. Some poems in 'Falling Up' include elements that could be considered mildly scary or unsettling for young children, such as references to monsters and dark themes. However, these are presented in a humorous and whimsical context.
Does Falling Up have violence?
No violence is depicted in 'Falling Up'. The book is described as G-rated and suitable for children, with no references to physical violence between characters in the poems.
Does Falling Up have scary content?
Some poems in 'Falling Up' include elements that could be considered mildly scary or unsettling for young children, such as references to monsters and dark themes. However, these are presented in a humorous and whimsical context.
Does Falling Up have religious themes?
No religious content is present in 'Falling Up'. The search results reference discussions about Silverstein's personal beliefs and interpretations of his work, but do not provide evidence of religious practices or themes in the book.
Does Falling Up have racial/cultural content?
No explicit racial themes or discussions are present in 'Falling Up'. The search results do not indicate any content related to race or racism in the book.
Does Falling Up have profanity?
No profanity is present in 'Falling Up'. The book contains humorous and whimsical poetry, with references to bathroom humor that do not constitute profanity.
Does Falling Up have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental messages are present in 'Falling Up'. The search results do not indicate any content related to climate or environmental issues in the book.
Does Falling Up have sexual identity?
No explicit sexual content is present in 'Falling Up'. While some humor may be suggestive or involve bodily functions, it is not sexual in nature. The content is appropriate for children.
Does Falling Up have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. While it features a variety of characters, it does not promote or challenge traditional gender expectations.
Does Falling Up have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book 'Falling Up' by Shel Silverstein. The search results primarily discuss Silverstein's personal life and interpretations of his work, but do not indicate any explicit LGBTQ+ content in the book itself.
