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Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request) — Content Guide for Parents

By Ann M. MartinScholastic Inc.2016-09-27ISBN 9781338093438160 pages
Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request)

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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 bestselling author of the generation-defining series The Baby-sitters Club comes a series for a new generation!

Shannon Kilbourne, straight A student.Being an associate member of the BSC is perfect for Shannon, because it leaves her plenty of time for studying and all her activities. School is especially important to Shannon now, because if she keeps her grade up in French, she'll be able to go on a special class trip to Paris. Ooh la la!Lately, though, Shannon's been having problems with her mom. Mrs. Kilbourne is practically running Shannon's life! And when Mrs. Kilbourne announces she's going to chaperone the Paris trip, Shannon is furious. Her mother is not going on that trip. Even if it means doing something...drastic.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence detected in search results related to 'Shannon's Story'. The narrative focuses on personal struggles rather than violent themes. No scary content detected in search results. The themes are centered around personal and social issues rather than fear-inducing elements.

  • Does Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request) have violence?

    No violence detected in search results related to 'Shannon's Story'. The narrative focuses on personal struggles rather than violent themes.

  • Does Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request) have scary content?

    No scary content detected in search results. The themes are centered around personal and social issues rather than fear-inducing elements.

  • Does Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request) have religious themes?

    No religious content detected in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies within 'Shannon's Story'.

  • Does Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request) have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racism or racial themes detected in search results. The series features diverse characters but does not focus on race as a central theme.

  • Does Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request) have profanity?

    No profanity detected in search results. The content is described as suitable for a younger audience without strong language.

  • Does Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request) have climate change?

    No climate themes detected in search results. The narrative does not address environmental issues or activism.

  • Does Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request) have sexual identity?

    No sexual content detected in search results. The book appears to focus on friendship and personal challenges without explicit sexual themes.

  • Does Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request) have gender roles?

    The series portrays young girls engaging in babysitting as a form of employment, promoting themes of independence and responsibility. However, it is unclear if 'Shannon's Story' specifically critiques or promotes traditional gender roles.

  • Does Shannon's Story (The Baby-Sitters Club: Special Edition Readers' Request) have lgbtq+ themes?

    The series includes themes of inclusivity and features characters that explore their sexual orientation, such as coming out as pansexual and lesbian. However, it is unclear if these themes are directly present in 'Shannon's Story'.