Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Twelve-year-old Addison Cooke just wishes something exciting would happen to him. His aunt and uncle, both world-famous researchers, travel to the ends of the earth searching for hidden treasure, dodging dangerous robbers along the way, while Addison is stuck in school all day. Luckily for Addison, adventure has a way of finding the Cookes. After his uncle unearths the first ancient Incan clue needed to find a vast trove of lost treasure, he is kidnapped by members of a shadowy organization intent on stealing the riches. Addison’s uncle is the bandits’ key to deciphering the ancient clues and looting the treasure . . . unless Addison and his friends can outsmart the kidnappers and crack the code first!
Full of laugh-out-loud moments, danger, excitement, and nonstop action, Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas is sure to strike gold with kid readers.
"What to give the kid who's read all the Harry Potter and Percy Jackson books? Try Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas." —Parents Magazine
"An exciting Indiana Jones-style tale of a seventh-grade boy trying to save his kidnapped aunt and uncle—museum curators who are linked to an ancient key that unlocks riches.” —Good Housekeeping
"An exciting, adventurous new read…the first book in a new series that promises laugh-out-loud moments and nonstop action." —Boys’ Life
Frequently asked questions
Is Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book features perilous circumstances including high-energy chases and implied deaths of antagonists, though these are not graphically depicted. The narrative includes elements of kidnapping and danger, which may be intense for younger readers. The book does not contain genuinely frightening content. While there are perilous situations, they are presented in an adventurous context suitable for children.
Does Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas have violence?
The book features perilous circumstances including high-energy chases and implied deaths of antagonists, though these are not graphically depicted. The narrative includes elements of kidnapping and danger, which may be intense for younger readers.
Does Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas have scary content?
The book does not contain genuinely frightening content. While there are perilous situations, they are presented in an adventurous context suitable for children.
Does Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The search results reference general themes and reviews but do not indicate any specific religious practices or beliefs present in the story.
Does Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas have racial/cultural content?
The story includes characters from diverse backgrounds, such as Raj, who has Indian heritage, and Eddie, who is Chinese-American. However, the narrative has been critiqued for cultural stereotypes, indicating a lack of depth in the representation.
Does Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas have profanity?
No profanity is mentioned in the book. The content is described as suitable for a middle-grade audience, focusing on adventure and humor.
Does Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental messages are present in the book. The narrative centers on adventure and treasure hunting without addressing climate issues.
Does Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in the book. The narrative focuses on adventure and treasure hunting without any sexual themes.
Does Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas have gender roles?
The book features both male and female characters, including Addison and his sister Molly, but does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The focus remains on adventure rather than gender dynamics.
Does Addison Cooke and the Treasure of the Incas have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book. The search results do not provide any indication of LGBTQ+ representation in the narrative.
