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Sunny Side Up — Content Guide for Parents

By Jennifer L. Holm, Matthew HolmScholastic2015ISBN 9780545741668216 pages
Sunny Side Up

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

About this book

When is a summer vacation not really a summer vacation?Sunny Lewin has been packed off to Florida to live with her grandfather for the summer. At first she thought Florida might be fun -- it is the home of Disney World, after all. But the place where Gramps lives is no amusement park. It's full of . . . old people. Really old people.Luckily, Sunny isn't the only kid around. She meets Buzz, a boy who is completely obsessed with comic books, and soon they're having adventures of their own: facing off against golfball-eating alligators, runaway cats, and mysteriously disappearing neighbors. But the question remains -- why is Sunny down in Florida in the first place? The answer lies in a family secret that won't be secret to Sunny much longer. . .

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Sunny Side Up appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book addresses substance abuse and includes a reference to a violent incident related to the main character's older brother's behavior. This is framed within the context of family struggles and does not depict graphic violence. No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. The narrative focuses on family issues and personal experiences without introducing horror or scary themes.

  • Does Sunny Side Up have violence?

    The book addresses substance abuse and includes a reference to a violent incident related to the main character's older brother's behavior. This is framed within the context of family struggles and does not depict graphic violence.

  • Does Sunny Side Up have scary content?

    No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. The narrative focuses on family issues and personal experiences without introducing horror or scary themes.

  • Does Sunny Side Up have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious themes or practices present in 'Sunny Side Up'.

  • Does Sunny Side Up have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racial themes or discussions are present in the book. The search results do not indicate that race is a central theme or plot point.

  • Does Sunny Side Up have profanity?

    No profanity is mentioned in the book. The content is appropriate for middle-grade readers, focusing on family dynamics and personal growth.

  • Does Sunny Side Up have climate change?

    No climate themes or discussions are present in the book. The search results do not indicate any environmental issues being addressed.

  • Does Sunny Side Up have sexual identity?

    No explicit sexual content is present in the book. The search results mention a character sneaking cigarettes, but this does not constitute sexual content.

  • Does Sunny Side Up have gender roles?

    The book portrays a young girl navigating her identity and interests, including a moment where she chooses to identify with a male superhero character, Batman, rather than a female one, Wonder Woman. This reflects a modern feminist perspective on gender roles.

  • Does Sunny Side Up have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book. The search results focus on general discussions about LGBTQ+ representation in media, not specific content from 'Sunny Side Up'.