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Say Something! — Content Guide for Parents

By Peter Hamilton ReynoldsScholastic Incorporated2019ISBN 978054586503640 pages
Say Something!

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

About this book

From the creator of the New York Times bestseller The Word Collector comes an empowering story about finding your voice and using it to make the world a better place.

The world needs your voice. If you have a brilliant idea... say something! If you see an injustice... say something!

In this empowering picture book, beloved author Peter H. Reynolds explores the many ways that a single voice can make a difference. Each of us, each and every day, have the chance to say something: with our actions, our words, and our voices. Perfect for kid activists everywhere, this timely story reminds readers of the undeniable importance and power of their voice. There are so many ways to tell the world who you are... what you are thinking... and what you believe. And how you'll make it better. The time is now: SAY SOMETHING!

"A motivational must-have for every collection." -- School Library Journal

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Say Something! appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence in the book. It is described as a call to action for kids to speak up against injustice, which does not imply any violent content. No scary content in the book. The narrative encourages children to use their voices and take action, which is framed positively and supportively.

  • Does Say Something! have violence?

    No violence in the book. It is described as a call to action for kids to speak up against injustice, which does not imply any violent content.

  • Does Say Something! have scary content?

    No scary content in the book. The narrative encourages children to use their voices and take action, which is framed positively and supportively.

  • Does Say Something! have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results reference reviews that describe the book as a call to action for children but do not mention any religious themes or practices.

  • Does Say Something! have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racial themes in the book. The search results do not indicate that race is a central theme or plot point in 'Say Something!'.

  • Does Say Something! have profanity?

    No profanity in the book. The content is aimed at children and promotes positive messages without the use of inappropriate language.

  • Does Say Something! have climate change?

    No climate themes in the book. The search results emphasize the book's message about using one's voice but do not mention environmental issues or climate activism.

  • Does Say Something! have sexual identity?

    No sexual content in the book. The search results focus on the book's empowering message for children to express themselves and stand up for what is right, with no mention of sexual themes.

  • Does Say Something! have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It focuses on empowerment and speaking out against injustice, which is not specific to gender roles.

  • Does Say Something! have lgbtq+ themes?

    The book 'Say Something!' by Peter H. Reynolds is included in a list of LGBTQ-affirming children's books, suggesting it may contain themes or messages that resonate with LGBTQ+ experiences, though the specific content in the book itself is not detailed in the search results.