Miles Morales: Spider-Man — 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
Miles Morales is just your average teenager. Dinner every Sunday with his parents, chilling out playing old-school video games with his best friend, Ganke, crushing on brainy, beautiful poet Alicia. He's even got a scholarship spot at the prestigious Brooklyn Visions Academy. Oh yeah, and he's Spider Man.
But lately, Miles's spidey-sense has been on the fritz. When a misunderstanding leads to his suspension from school, Miles begins to question his abilities. After all, his dad and uncle were Brooklyn jack-boys with criminal records. Maybe kids like Miles aren't meant to be superheroes. Maybe Miles should take his dad's advice and focus on saving himself.
As Miles tries to get his school life back on track, he can't shake the vivid nightmares that continue to haunt him. Nor can he avoid the relentless buzz of his spidey-sense every day in history class, amidst his teacher's lectures on the historical benefits of slavery and the modern-day prison system. But after his scholarship is threatened, Miles uncovers a chilling plot, one that puts his friends, his neighborhood, and himself at risk.
It's time for Miles to suit up.
Frequently asked questions
Is Miles Morales: Spider-Man appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains scenes of violence, including a character's uncle accidentally killing himself while attempting to harm the boy, and a basketball court fight where a man's nose is broken. Another character's wrist is broken during a theft attempt, and a villain is killed in a non-graphic manner. The narrative includes elements that may be considered creepy or horror-like, particularly in relation to a termite infestation that is metaphorically linked to deeper issues like racism. This aspect is described as having disturbing elements.
Does Miles Morales: Spider-Man have violence?
The book contains scenes of violence, including a character's uncle accidentally killing himself while attempting to harm the boy, and a basketball court fight where a man's nose is broken. Another character's wrist is broken during a theft attempt, and a villain is killed in a non-graphic manner.
Does Miles Morales: Spider-Man have scary content?
The narrative includes elements that may be considered creepy or horror-like, particularly in relation to a termite infestation that is metaphorically linked to deeper issues like racism. This aspect is described as having disturbing elements.
Does Miles Morales: Spider-Man have religious themes?
No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are mentioned in the narrative.
Does Miles Morales: Spider-Man have racial/cultural content?
The story addresses themes of racism, particularly through Miles' experiences as a biracial character navigating a predominantly white environment. It discusses issues related to the prison clause of the 13th Amendment and the challenges faced by people of color in 'white spaces.'
Does Miles Morales: Spider-Man have profanity?
The book includes mild cursing, as noted in reviews. It is described as having swearing, but the extent and context are not detailed.
Does Miles Morales: Spider-Man have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental issues are discussed in the narrative.
Does Miles Morales: Spider-Man have sexual identity?
The narrative includes themes of young love, as Miles has a love interest named Alicia. There are mentions of 'puppy love' and the realities of desiring a sexual relationship, but it is framed in a way that is appropriate for a younger audience.
Does Miles Morales: Spider-Man have gender roles?
The narrative does not explicitly promote traditional gender roles or modern feminist themes. The focus is more on Miles' personal growth and identity rather than gender dynamics.
Does Miles Morales: Spider-Man have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are explicitly mentioned in the narrative. The focus is on Miles Morales' identity as a biracial character and his relationships, but there is no indication of LGBTQ+ representation.
