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Forge — Content Guide for Parents

By Laurie Halse AndersonGale, a Cengage Group2017-03-08ISBN 9781410499189418 pages
Forge

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

About this book

A Scott O'Dell Historical Fiction Award WinnerA National Book Award FinalistThe Seeds of America Trilogy (Book 2)The Patriot Army was shaped and strengthened by the desperate circumstances of the Valley Forge winter. This is where Curzon the boy becomes Curzon the young man. In addition to the hardships of soldiering, he lives with the fear of discovery, for he is an escaped slave passing for free. And then there is Isabel, who is also at Valley Forge - against her will. She and Curzon have to sort out the tangled threads of their friendship while figuring out what stands between the two of them and true freedom.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Forge appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book depicts violence related to wartime and slavery, including abuse and harsh conditions faced by the main character, Curzon. The narrative includes graphic descriptions of violence in a historical context. No scary content is mentioned in the search results. The book deals with serious themes but does not include elements typically classified as scary.

  • Does Forge have violence?

    The book depicts violence related to wartime and slavery, including abuse and harsh conditions faced by the main character, Curzon. The narrative includes graphic descriptions of violence in a historical context.

  • Does Forge have scary content?

    No scary content is mentioned in the search results. The book deals with serious themes but does not include elements typically classified as scary.

  • Does Forge have religious themes?

    No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are mentioned in the search results. The book discusses historical events without a religious framing.

  • Does Forge have racial/cultural content?

    The book addresses themes of race through the experiences of enslaved characters during the American Revolutionary War. It highlights the struggles and injustices faced by Black individuals in that historical context.

  • Does Forge have profanity?

    No profanity is indicated in the search results for 'Forge'. The content appears to be appropriate for its historical context.

  • Does Forge have climate change?

    No climate themes are present in the search results for 'Forge'. The content focuses on historical context rather than environmental issues.

  • Does Forge have sexual identity?

    Author is known for writing about sexual content, relationships, or abuse themes. No sexual content is mentioned in the search results for 'Forge'. The focus remains on the historical and wartime experiences of the characters.

  • Does Forge have gender roles?

    No specific gender roles are discussed in the search results. The narrative focuses on historical events and the experiences of the main characters without a clear framing of gender roles.

  • Does Forge have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters detected in the search results for 'Forge'. The content primarily focuses on historical themes related to the American Revolutionary War and slavery.