Age rating and parents' guide:Trombone Shorty
by Troy Andrews
Ages 6–8
Trombone Shorty by Troy Andrews is best for children aged 6–8. It has no violence, nothing scary, no romance and no bad language.
Follow young Troy Andrews as he grows up in New Orleans surrounded by vibrant brass bands and street parades. Nicknamed Trombone Shorty because the instrument is larger than he is, he teaches himself to play using a battered trombone he finds on the street. A playful spark for creativity and storytelling beyond the page.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- Scary moments
- None
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Non-fiction
- Easy to get into from the first page
- Some illustrations
- Emotionally light
- A good pick for reluctant readers
Great for kids who like
- Non-Fiction
- Music & dance
- History & biography
Reading mood
- Warm & gentle
- Informative
- Inspiring
Good to talk about
- Creativity & writing
- History & biography
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