Anne, I think it's inappropriate. My son is 14 this year (so we have similar age gaps with the kids..lol)...and I'm sure he's seen this mag along with others I also deem inappropriate. He knows what I think, but I think it's like it has been said, once you buy it, you approve. Joshua likes Hot 4's I think it's called, which is a car mag cos he's car mad!! Whilst it does have girls in it, they aren't like playboy etc. so this could be an option for you?