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Shout A Poetry Memoir — Content Guide for Parents

By Laurie Halse AndersonThorndike Press2021-09-29ISBN 9781432893200284 pages
Shout A Poetry Memoir

Themes present

Violence
Scary content
Sexual identity
Gender roles
LGBTQ+ themes

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Religious themes

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

About this book

"A memoir [that] shares the author's life, covering her rape at thirteen, her difficult early childhood, and her experiences surrounding her publication of 'Speak'"--OCLC.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Shout A Poetry Memoir appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The memoir focuses on the aftermath of sexual assault, detailing the author's personal experiences and the impact of violence on her life. It addresses the trauma associated with these experiences. The content may be considered intense and triggering due to its exploration of sexual assault and trauma, which could be frightening for some readers, particularly younger audiences.

  • Does Shout A Poetry Memoir have violence?

    The memoir focuses on the aftermath of sexual assault, detailing the author's personal experiences and the impact of violence on her life. It addresses the trauma associated with these experiences.

  • Does Shout A Poetry Memoir have scary content?

    The content may be considered intense and triggering due to its exploration of sexual assault and trauma, which could be frightening for some readers, particularly younger audiences.

  • Does Shout A Poetry Memoir have religious themes?

    No religious themes or content detected in search results.

  • Does Shout A Poetry Memoir have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racism or racial themes detected in search results.

  • Does Shout A Poetry Memoir have profanity?

    No instances of profanity detected in search results.

  • Does Shout A Poetry Memoir have climate change?

    No climate-related themes detected in search results.

  • Does Shout A Poetry Memoir have sexual identity?

    The memoir explicitly discusses sexual assault experienced by the author at a young age, exploring its aftermath and the complexities of consent and trauma. It serves as a narrative on the impact of sexual violence.

  • Does Shout A Poetry Memoir have gender roles?

    The memoir critiques traditional gender roles, highlighting how girls and women are often subservient to boys and men. It encourages empowerment and speaking out against these societal norms.

  • Does Shout A Poetry Memoir have lgbtq+ themes?

    The memoir includes themes related to LGBTQ+ experiences, particularly in the context of the author's reflections on societal expectations and gender roles. It discusses the subservience of girls and women to boys and men, which can relate to broader LGBTQ+ themes.