Almost Starring Skinnybones
by Barbara Park
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1988
Alex Frankweiler, nicknamed Skinnybones, navigates middle school life, dealing with friendships, family, and his own insecurities.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is featured.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary or frightening.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview presented is secular and relatable.
Christians are not portrayed in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex shows courage in facing school challenges.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and family bonds show some love.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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