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My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12) — Content Guide for Parents

By R L StineTurtleback2019ISBN 9781663634931160 pages
My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12)

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

About this book

This is Slappy's world -- You only scream in it!

Barton Suggs has it rough. He only has one friend, Lizzie Hellman. The school bullies are out to get him. And nobody believes him about it! After Barton gets pranked again, he's had enough! So when Barton brings Slappy to life, he's thrilled to find a new friend that's willing to help him get revenge on the bullies. Slappy's never had someone like him before. What's up with this Barton kid? Will Slappy's new Best Friend Forever end up his Worst Nightmare Ever?

Frequently asked questions

  • Is My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book involves themes of bullying and pranks, with Barton Suggs experiencing harassment from school bullies. When he brings Slappy to life, it suggests a potential for chaotic and possibly harmful situations, indicating a level of violence related to the narrative's conflict. The book is part of the Goosebumps series, which is known for its spooky and suspenseful themes. It features Slappy, a character who is traditionally associated with horror and scares, suggesting that the content is intended to be thrilling and potentially frightening for young readers.

  • Does My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12) have violence?

    The book involves themes of bullying and pranks, with Barton Suggs experiencing harassment from school bullies. When he brings Slappy to life, it suggests a potential for chaotic and possibly harmful situations, indicating a level of violence related to the narrative's conflict.

  • Does My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12) have scary content?

    The book is part of the Goosebumps series, which is known for its spooky and suspenseful themes. It features Slappy, a character who is traditionally associated with horror and scares, suggesting that the content is intended to be thrilling and potentially frightening for young readers.

  • Does My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12) have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results reference other works and reviews but do not indicate any religious themes or practices in 'My Friend Slappy'.

  • Does My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12) have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racial themes or discussions are present in 'My Friend Slappy'. The search results do not indicate that race is a central theme or plot point in the book.

  • Does My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12) have profanity?

    No profanity is indicated in 'My Friend Slappy'. The search results do not mention any use of strong language or inappropriate terms in the book.

  • Does My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12) have climate change?

    No climate themes are present in 'My Friend Slappy'. The search results do not indicate any environmental discussions or activism related to climate issues in the book.

  • Does My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12) have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in 'My Friend Slappy'. The search results do not indicate any themes or discussions related to sexuality within the book.

  • Does My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12) have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The narrative focuses on the character Barton Suggs and his experiences with bullying and friendship, without addressing gender expectations or stereotypes.

  • Does My Friend Slappy (Goosebumps Slappyworld #12) have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes are explicitly present in 'My Friend Slappy'. While some search results mention LGBTQ+ representation in the broader Goosebumps series or adaptations, they do not provide specific content from this book.