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Helping Hands — Content Guide for Parents

By Laurie Halse AndersonPenguin2013-08-01ISBN 9780142416778144 pages
Helping Hands

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Religious themes

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

Jules and Josh are so excited when their parents hire ponies to attract customers to their sidewalk sale. But the Vet Volunteers notice that the ponies don't seem to be very healthy, and after an examination, they learn that the handler, Gus, has been mistreating them. Can the Vet Volunteers help the ponies get well and find a better life for them?

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Helping Hands appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence detected in the search results for 'Helping Hands'. The book is described as teaching children to help others in need, focusing on a positive narrative. No scary content detected in the search results for 'Helping Hands'. The book is described as suitable for children and focuses on positive themes.

  • Does Helping Hands have violence?

    No violence detected in the search results for 'Helping Hands'. The book is described as teaching children to help others in need, focusing on a positive narrative.

  • Does Helping Hands have scary content?

    No scary content detected in the search results for 'Helping Hands'. The book is described as suitable for children and focuses on positive themes.

  • Does Helping Hands have religious themes?

    No religious content detected in the search results for 'Helping Hands'. The narrative does not include any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies.

  • Does Helping Hands have racial/cultural content?

    No race or racism themes detected in the search results for 'Helping Hands'. The narrative does not address racial issues or identity politics.

  • Does Helping Hands have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the search results for 'Helping Hands'. The content is appropriate for a children's audience.

  • Does Helping Hands have climate change?

    No climate themes detected in the search results for 'Helping Hands'. The narrative does not address environmental issues or activism.

  • Does Helping Hands have sexual identity?

    Author is known for writing about sexual content, relationships, or abuse themes. No sexual content detected in the search results for 'Helping Hands'. The book is aimed at children and focuses on themes of helping and caring for animals.

  • Does Helping Hands have gender roles?

    No gender roles detected in the search results for 'Helping Hands'. The book focuses on children's involvement in helping animals rather than on gender expectations.

  • Does Helping Hands have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results for 'Helping Hands'. The book appears to focus on middle school kids helping ponies, with no mention of LGBTQ+ characters or themes.