Gathering Blue — 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
Lois Lowry's Gathering Blue continues the quartet beginning with the quintessential dystopian novel, The Giver, followed by Messenger and Son.
Kira, an orphan with a twisted leg, lives in a world where the weak are cast aside. When she is given a task that no other community member can carry out, Kira soon realizes that she is surrounded by many mysteries and secrets. No one must know of her plans to uncover the truth about her world—and to find out what exists beyond it.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gathering Blue appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book depicts a world characterized by violence and brutality, including parents slapping their children and a general atmosphere of fear and superstition. This reflects a savage and disorderly society, consistent with the dystopian genre. The book presents a frighteningly uncertain future where the weak are discarded, which may be unsettling for some readers. The themes of savagery and societal rejection could evoke fear, though they are not horror-based.
Does Gathering Blue have violence?
The book depicts a world characterized by violence and brutality, including parents slapping their children and a general atmosphere of fear and superstition. This reflects a savage and disorderly society, consistent with the dystopian genre.
Does Gathering Blue have scary content?
The book presents a frighteningly uncertain future where the weak are discarded, which may be unsettling for some readers. The themes of savagery and societal rejection could evoke fear, though they are not horror-based.
Does Gathering Blue have religious themes?
No religious content is found in the book's narrative. The search results discuss the author's background and interpretations but do not cite specific religious practices or beliefs within the story itself.
Does Gathering Blue have racial/cultural content?
There are no explicit themes of race or racism in the book. The search results do not indicate that race is a central theme or plot point in 'Gathering Blue'.
Does Gathering Blue have profanity?
There is no profanity or crude language in the book. Reviews confirm that the language used is appropriate for the intended age group.
Does Gathering Blue have climate change?
No climate themes are present in the book. The search results do not indicate any environmental or climate-related content within the narrative.
Does Gathering Blue have sexual identity?
The book contains no explicit sexual content. Reviews indicate that there is no romance or sexual themes present in the narrative.
Does Gathering Blue have gender roles?
The book explores gender roles, particularly through the character of Kira, who faces societal challenges due to her physical disability and gender. It critiques the treatment of women and the weak in a dystopian context.
Does Gathering Blue have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes are explicitly present in the book. The search results focus on unrelated media and do not provide any content from 'Gathering Blue' itself.
