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Sassy Series

(2009, Fiction - Family Life, Written by Sharon Draper)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 7, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 9.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Fun, family-oriented series for middle schoolers.

Themes in this book include:   family relationships
updated 10.13.09

Why We Rated This on for Ages 9 and Up

The good stuff

  • Educational value:

    Interesting tidbits that kids will absorb without really trying, whether it's folk stories or information on sea turtles.

  • Messages:

    Each story shows the family's great relationship.

  • Role models:

    Adult figures are present, engaged, and participate in constructive and loving dialogue with the kids. The kids are respectful, happy, supportive, and inquisitive with occasional moments of sibling rivalry.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Mild instances only that don't result in injuries: characters get trapped in an elevator during a black-out, a hurricane strikes and the family hears lots of wind and trees falling, and airport security searches one of the main character's possessions by hand.

  • Sex:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    Mention of some brands, mostly junk food including Life Savers and Jolly Ranchers.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Sassy Series

Parents need to know that this is a lighthearted, happy look at middle school and family life. There's no questionable content.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the importance of being honest with the people you love. Sassy and her siblings learn there are times to speak up and express your feelings.
  • Is there something your family or friends do that bugs you? Have you ever told them? Why or why not?
  • Do you have an item that you take with you everywhere? Sassy has her sassy sack, how does having it make her feel? How does your special item make you feel?
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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
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    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 3.0
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