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Sometimes You Fly — Content Guide for Parents

By Katherine ApplegateClarion Books2018-04-03ISBN 978054763390940 pages
Sometimes You Fly

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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 Newbery Medalist and bestselling author Katherine Applegate, a sweet book of encouragement, filled with humor and insight into the effort behind any meaningful accomplishment in life. A perfect gift for baby shower, birthday, or graduation.

This gorgeous gift book, equally perfect for preschool graduations or college commencements, baby showers or birthdays, is an inspirational tribute to the universal struggles and achievements of childhood. Beginning with a first birthday, the scenes travel through childhood triumphs and milestones, coming full circle to graduation. A magical blend of succinct text and beautiful watercolors renders each moment with tenderness and humor and encourages readers to “remember then, with every try, sometimes you fail . . . sometimes you fly.”

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Sometimes You Fly appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    There is no violence in the book. The narrative focuses on themes of encouragement and perseverance without depicting any physical conflict or harm. No scary content is present in the book. The story is described as charming and encouraging, aimed at young readers without any frightening elements.

  • Does Sometimes You Fly have violence?

    There is no violence in the book. The narrative focuses on themes of encouragement and perseverance without depicting any physical conflict or harm.

  • Does Sometimes You Fly have scary content?

    No scary content is present in the book. The story is described as charming and encouraging, aimed at young readers without any frightening elements.

  • Does Sometimes You Fly have religious themes?

    No religious content is present in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies in the narrative of 'Sometimes You Fly.'

  • Does Sometimes You Fly have racial/cultural content?

    Race is not a central theme in the book. While the cast is described as diverse, the narrative does not explore racial issues or themes.

  • Does Sometimes You Fly have profanity?

    No profanity is present in the book. The narrative is suitable for children and does not include any inappropriate language.

  • Does Sometimes You Fly have climate change?

    No climate themes are present in the book. The narrative focuses on personal growth and perseverance rather than environmental issues.

  • Does Sometimes You Fly have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book. The search results do not indicate any references to sexual themes or situations within the story.

  • Does Sometimes You Fly have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It features boys and girls in the cast but does not promote traditional or modern gender roles as a theme.

  • Does Sometimes You Fly have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes are explicitly present in the book 'Sometimes You Fly.' The search results do not provide any direct references to LGBTQ+ content within the narrative of the book.

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