Kneel — 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
This fearless debut novel explores racism, injustice, and self-expression through the story of a promising Black football star in Louisiana.
The system is rigged.
For guys like Russell Boudreaux, football is the only way out of their small town. As the team's varsity tight end, Rus has a singular goal: to get a scholarship and play on the national stage. But when his best friend is unfairly arrested and kicked off the team, Rus faces an impossible choice: speak up or live in fear.
"Please rise for the national anthem."
Desperate for change, Rus kneels during the national anthem. In one instant, he falls from local stardom and becomes a target for hatred. But he's not alone. With the help of his best friend and an unlikely ally, Rus will fight for his dreams, and for justice.
"A gripping story about what it looks like when we demand equity, justice, and recognition of our own humanity." --Kalynn Bayron, author of Cinderella Is Dead
Frequently asked questions
Is Kneel appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book addresses police brutality and the unjust criminalization of Black teenagers, depicting emotional and heartbreaking experiences related to these themes. No scary content is mentioned in the search results for 'Kneel'.
Does Kneel have violence?
The book addresses police brutality and the unjust criminalization of Black teenagers, depicting emotional and heartbreaking experiences related to these themes.
Does Kneel have scary content?
No scary content is mentioned in the search results for 'Kneel'.
Does Kneel have religious themes?
No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are present in the narrative of 'Kneel'.
Does Kneel have racial/cultural content?
The book focuses on the experiences of Black teenagers, specifically addressing themes of racism and police brutality, making race a central theme in the narrative.
Does Kneel have profanity?
No profanity is indicated in the search results for 'Kneel'.
Does Kneel have climate change?
No climate themes are present in the search results for 'Kneel'.
Does Kneel have sexual identity?
No sexual content is mentioned in the search results for 'Kneel'.
Does Kneel have gender roles?
The narrative includes a character who is described as a self-proclaimed intersectional feminist, suggesting a modern feminist perspective is present.
Does Kneel have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the search results for 'Kneel' by Candace Buford.
