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Goosebumps: Download and Die! — Content Guide for Parents

By Jen VaughnNational Geographic Books2018-10-23ISBN 978168405322372 pages
Goosebumps: Download and Die!

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

About this book

The kid-friendly horror series that defined a decade returns to comics with all-new stories! The terrifying world of R.L. Stine is just a click away!

When Mitra and her two besties find a phone with the latest and greatest technology and apps, they think they are dreaming. But when push (notifications) come to shove, they might be living a nightmare! With the phone turning them against each other, can Mitra do a hard reset before it's too late?

Contains an all-new Introduction by creator R.L. Stine.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Goosebumps: Download and Die! appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No explicit violence is mentioned in the book. The narrative is described as a kid-friendly horror story that may include suspenseful elements but does not depict violence between characters. The book is described as a kid-friendly horror story that includes elements of suspense and creepiness, appropriate for its target audience. It involves a scenario where characters face a digital nightmare, which can be considered scary for younger readers.

  • Does Goosebumps: Download and Die! have violence?

    No explicit violence is mentioned in the book. The narrative is described as a kid-friendly horror story that may include suspenseful elements but does not depict violence between characters.

  • Does Goosebumps: Download and Die! have scary content?

    The book is described as a kid-friendly horror story that includes elements of suspense and creepiness, appropriate for its target audience. It involves a scenario where characters face a digital nightmare, which can be considered scary for younger readers.

  • Does Goosebumps: Download and Die! have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results reference discussions about other Goosebumps adaptations and their reception in Christian contexts, but these do not pertain to the book's narrative.

  • Does Goosebumps: Download and Die! have racial/cultural content?

    The book includes girls of color as main characters, contributing to its diverse representation. This aspect is emphasized as part of the narrative's modern approach to inclusivity.

  • Does Goosebumps: Download and Die! have profanity?

    No profanity is present in the book. While some reviews mention mild language in adaptations, there is no indication of cursing in the book itself.

  • Does Goosebumps: Download and Die! have climate change?

    No climate themes are present in the book. The search results do not indicate any environmental messages or activism related to climate issues.

  • Does Goosebumps: Download and Die! have sexual identity?

    There is no sexual content in the book itself. The search results reference sexual innuendo in adaptations, but these do not apply to the book's narrative.

  • Does Goosebumps: Download and Die! have gender roles?

    The book features queer girls as main characters, which challenges traditional gender roles by promoting diverse identities and representation in a horror context. This modern approach to gender representation is highlighted positively.

  • Does Goosebumps: Download and Die! have lgbtq+ themes?

    The book features queer girls as main characters, which is highlighted as a significant and positive representation in the narrative. This inclusion is noted to be a revitalization of the classic series, making it more inclusive and relevant to diverse readers.