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Code of Honor — Content Guide for Parents

By Alan GratzScholastic Press2015ISBN 9780545695190278 pages
Code of Honor

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

From the acclaimed of author of Prisoner B-3087, a timely, heart-racing action-adventure about the War on Terror -- and the bond between brothers.

Kamran Smith has it all. He's the star of the football team, dates the most popular girl in school, and can't wait to join the Army like his big brother, Darius. Although Kamran's family hails from Iran, Kamran has always felt 100% American. Accepted. And then everything implodes.Darius is accused of being a terrorist. Kamran refuses to believe it, but the evidence is there -- Darius has been filmed making threats against his country, hinting at an upcoming deadly attack. Kamran's friends turn on him -- suddenly, in their eyes, he's a terrorist, too.Kamran knows it's up to him to clear his brother's name. In a race against time, Kamran must piece together a series of clues and codes that will lead him to Darius -- and the truth.But is it a truth Kamran is ready to face? And is he putting his own life at risk?

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Code of Honor appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book includes multiple instances of violence, such as reports of terrorist attacks, a character being shot and wounded, and scenes of fighting and physical altercations. These elements contribute to the narrative's tension and themes surrounding terrorism and personal conflict. The book contains elements that could be considered scary, such as the portrayal of a terrorist attack and the main character's panic regarding threats to his family. These themes may evoke fear and anxiety related to terrorism and personal safety.

  • Does Code of Honor have violence?

    The book includes multiple instances of violence, such as reports of terrorist attacks, a character being shot and wounded, and scenes of fighting and physical altercations. These elements contribute to the narrative's tension and themes surrounding terrorism and personal conflict.

  • Does Code of Honor have scary content?

    The book contains elements that could be considered scary, such as the portrayal of a terrorist attack and the main character's panic regarding threats to his family. These themes may evoke fear and anxiety related to terrorism and personal safety.

  • Does Code of Honor have religious themes?

    The book does not promote or critique any specific religious beliefs. While it mentions that the main character's mother is from Iran, it does not delve into religious themes or practices. The narrative focuses on personal and familial loyalty rather than religious content.

  • Does Code of Honor have racial/cultural content?

    The narrative addresses issues of race and discrimination, particularly through the experiences of the Iranian-American protagonist, Kamran Smith. The book explores themes of prejudice and the impact of racial identity in the context of terrorism and societal perceptions.

  • Does Code of Honor have profanity?

    The narrative includes mild profanity, with reports of religious exclamations and a few mild obscenities. This language is used in context but does not dominate the story.

  • Does Code of Honor have climate change?

    There are no references to climate themes or environmental issues in the book. The narrative centers on personal and familial conflicts related to terrorism and identity.

  • Does Code of Honor have sexual identity?

    The book contains mild sexual content, including characters kissing and dancing closely. These interactions are not explicit but are present as part of the character relationships.

  • Does Code of Honor have gender roles?

    While the book features male and female characters, it does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The focus is primarily on the themes of loyalty and family rather than gender dynamics.

  • Does Code of Honor have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book's narrative. The search results primarily focus on general lists of LGBTQ+ characters in media, not specific to 'Code of Honor'.