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Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window — Content Guide for Parents

By Franklin W. DixonNational Geographic Books1933-02-01ISBN 9780448089126192 pages
Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window

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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 plot to steal a top-secret instrument vital to the United States space program poses a challenging case for Frank and Joe Hardy. After rescuing a South American stowaway who mutters a warning about “Footprints “ and then vanishes, Frank and Joe discover that documents belonging to their famous detective father are missing and that footprints linger under a window. The young detective’s search for the diabolical mastermind of the “Footprints” spy ring takes them on a flight to a group of islands off the coast of South America.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The narrative includes tense and somewhat violent moments, such as a member of a fishing crew being shot and a boat explosion. These elements contribute to a suspenseful atmosphere. The book contains elements that could be considered scary, such as violent moments and a general atmosphere of suspense, which may not be suitable for very young readers.

  • Does Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window have violence?

    The narrative includes tense and somewhat violent moments, such as a member of a fishing crew being shot and a boat explosion. These elements contribute to a suspenseful atmosphere.

  • Does Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window have scary content?

    The book contains elements that could be considered scary, such as violent moments and a general atmosphere of suspense, which may not be suitable for very young readers.

  • Does Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window have religious themes?

    No religious content or themes detected in the narrative of 'Footprints Under the Window'.

  • Does Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window have racial/cultural content?

    The book has been noted for containing racist elements, particularly in its portrayal of characters, which has led to discussions about its authorship and the representation of race.

  • Does Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the search results for 'Footprints Under the Window'.

  • Does Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window have climate change?

    No climate themes or environmental content detected in the search results for 'Footprints Under the Window'.

  • Does Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window have sexual identity?

    No sexual content detected in the search results for 'Footprints Under the Window'.

  • Does Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window have gender roles?

    No specific gender roles or themes related to gender detected in the narrative of 'Footprints Under the Window'.

  • Does Hardy Boys 12: Footprints Under the Window have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results for 'Footprints Under the Window'.