Fast Break — 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
Forced to live on his own after his mom dies and her boyfriend abandons him, 12-year-old Jayson does whatever it takes to get by. He will do anything to avoid the foster care system. He manages to get away with his deception until the day he gets caught stealing a new pair of basketball sneakers. Game over. Within a day a social worker places him with a family from the other side of town, the Lawtons. New home, new school, new teammates.
Jayson, at first, is combatative, testing the Lawtons' patience at every turn. He wants out, yet the Lawtons refuse to take the bait. But not everyone in Jayson's new life is so ready to trust him. It's on Jayson to believe that he deserves a better life than the one he once had. The ultimate prize if he can? A trip to play in the state finals at Cameron Indoor Stadium–home to the Duke Blue Devils and launching pad to his dream of playing bigtime college ball. Getting there will be a journey that reaches far beyond the basketball court.
"Eager fans will find this a slam-dunk. A must-purchase."–Booklist
"Lupica's announcer-like delivery will have you breathless, on the edge of your seat, cheering."--Florida Times-Union
Frequently asked questions
Is Fast Break appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book does not depict violence between characters. It addresses themes of personal struggle and grief without violent interactions. No genuinely frightening content in the book. While it deals with serious themes like loss and poverty, it does not include elements intended to scare children.
Does Fast Break have violence?
The book does not depict violence between characters. It addresses themes of personal struggle and grief without violent interactions.
Does Fast Break have scary content?
No genuinely frightening content in the book. While it deals with serious themes like loss and poverty, it does not include elements intended to scare children.
Does Fast Break have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The narrative focuses on a young boy dealing with personal loss and challenges rather than religious themes or practices.
Does Fast Break have racial/cultural content?
No explicit racial themes or discussions in the book. The narrative focuses on personal and familial challenges rather than race as a central theme.
Does Fast Break have profanity?
No profanity detected in the book. The language is appropriate for middle-grade readers, focusing on sports and personal growth.
Does Fast Break have climate change?
No climate themes present in the book. The story is centered on personal and social issues rather than environmental topics.
Does Fast Break have sexual identity?
No sexual content in the book. The narrative centers around a young boy's experiences and challenges in sports and life, without any mention of sexual themes.
Does Fast Break have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It features a male protagonist navigating personal challenges without a focus on gender dynamics.
Does Fast Break have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters explicitly mentioned in the book's narrative. The search results reference general lists of LGBTQ+ characters in media but do not provide specific content from 'Fast Break' itself.
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