Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Movie Tie-in Edition — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
The beloved, award-winning novel is now a major motion picture, Love, Simon, starring 13 Reasons Why’s Katherine Langford and Everything, Everything’s Nick Robinson.
Sixteen-year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier prefers to save his drama for the school musical. But when an email falls into the wrong hands, his secret is at risk of being thrust into the spotlight. Now Simon is actually being blackmailed: If he doesn’t play wingman for class clown Martin, his sexual identity will become everyone’s business. Worse, the privacy of Blue, the pen name of the boy he’s been emailing with, will be jeopardized.
With some messy dynamics emerging in his once tight-knit group of friends and his email correspondence with Blue growing more flirtatious every day, Simon’s junior year has suddenly gotten all kinds of complicated.
Now change-averse Simon has to find a way to step out of his comfort zone before he’s pushed out-without alienating his friends, compromising himself, or fumbling a shot at happiness with the most confusing, adorable guy he’s never met.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Movie Tie-in Edition appropriate for a 7-year-old?
While Simon faces bullying after coming out, there is no physical violence depicted in the book. Incidents of harassment are mentioned, but they do not escalate to physical altercations. There is no genuinely frightening content in the book. The narrative addresses bullying and personal challenges but does so in a manner that is not intended to scare readers.
Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Movie Tie-in Edition have violence?
While Simon faces bullying after coming out, there is no physical violence depicted in the book. Incidents of harassment are mentioned, but they do not escalate to physical altercations.
Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Movie Tie-in Edition have scary content?
There is no genuinely frightening content in the book. The narrative addresses bullying and personal challenges but does so in a manner that is not intended to scare readers.
Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Movie Tie-in Edition have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The narrative focuses on Simon's coming out journey and personal relationships without reference to religious practices or beliefs.
Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Movie Tie-in Edition have racial/cultural content?
The book includes diverse characters, with mentions of a bisexual character and characters who are people of color. However, race is not a central theme of the narrative.
Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Movie Tie-in Edition have profanity?
The book contains instances of swearing and crude language, which some reviews describe as frequent. This includes terms that may be considered inappropriate for younger readers.
Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Movie Tie-in Edition have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental issues are addressed in the book. The story centers on personal identity and relationships rather than environmental activism.
Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Movie Tie-in Edition have sexual identity?
The book includes discussions of sexuality and romantic relationships between boys. It is noted for its mature themes, including sexual experimentation, but does not contain explicit sex scenes.
Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Movie Tie-in Edition have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It features a male protagonist and explores his romantic relationships without a focus on traditional or modern gender expectations.
Does Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Movie Tie-in Edition have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features a gay main character, Simon, who comes out and navigates his first romantic relationship with another boy. It addresses themes of identity, acceptance, and the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ teens, including bullying and the importance of love and bravery in coming out.
