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Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition — Content Guide for Parents

By Becky AlbertalliHarpercollins Childrens2015ISBN 9781467600705
Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition

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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

Sixteen-year-old, not-so-openly-gay Simon Spier is blackmailed into playing wingman for his classmate or else his sexual identity--and that of his pen pal--will be revealed.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book includes incidents of bullying that Simon faces after coming out as gay, but there is no physical violence depicted. The bullying is portrayed as a challenge Simon must overcome. No scary content detected in the book's narrative.

  • Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition have violence?

    The book includes incidents of bullying that Simon faces after coming out as gay, but there is no physical violence depicted. The bullying is portrayed as a challenge Simon must overcome.

  • Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition have scary content?

    No scary content detected in the book's narrative.

  • Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition have religious themes?

    No religious content or themes detected in the book's narrative.

  • Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racism or racial themes detected in the book's narrative.

  • Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition have profanity?

    The book contains occasional swearing and some homophobic language, including terms used derogatorily. This mature content is noted as more suitable for older teens or mature younger readers.

  • Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition have climate change?

    No climate themes or discussions detected in the book's narrative.

  • Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition have sexual identity?

    The narrative includes discussions about sexuality, including masturbation and sexual relationships among teens. It addresses themes of sexual identity and the complexities of coming out.

  • Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition have gender roles?

    No traditional or modern gender roles are explicitly discussed or promoted in the book's narrative.

  • Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda: Library Edition have lgbtq+ themes?

    The book centers on Simon, a gay teenager who navigates his coming out and first romantic relationship. It includes multiple LGBTQ+ characters, discussions about sexuality, and themes of acceptance and identity. The narrative normalizes LGBTQ+ experiences and includes moments of both support and bullying.