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Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics — Content Guide for Parents

By Chris GrabensteinRandom House Children's Books2017-04-25ISBN 9780553510423320 pages
Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics

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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 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES WITH MORE THAN TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD!

Discover what James Patterson calls “the coolest library in the world.” Follow along and solve the clues in this interactive adventure featuring Mr. Lemoncello’s first-ever Library Olympics! From the co-author of Murdle Jr.: Sleuths on the Loose

“Lots of action and quirky humor will lead kids to do just what libraries encourage them to do: keep reading.” —The Washington Post

The world-famous game maker Luigi Lemoncello is at it again! This time Mr. Lemoncello has invited teams from across America for the debut of the Library Olympics. Kyle Keeley knows that the competition is fierce. But something suspicious is going on—books are missing from the shelves! Is someone trying to censor what the kids are reading? Now it’s not just a game, and Kyle and his friends will have to band together to get to the bottom of this mystery. Let the games begin!

Don’t miss the bonus puzzle and the craft in the back!

The Lemoncello books are laugh-out-loud, puzzle-packed must-reads for classrooms and homes across America. Look for the whole series!
Mr. Lemoncello’s Very First Game (the prequel)
Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library (also available as a graphic novel)
Mr. Lemoncello’s Library Olympics (also coming soon as a graphic novel)
Mr. Lemoncello’s Great Library Race
Mr. Lemoncello’s All-Star Breakout Game
Mr. Lemoncello and the Titanium Ticket
Mr. Lemoncello’s Fantabulous Finale

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence is depicted in the book. The narrative focuses on a library-themed competition without any physical confrontations or violent actions. No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. The story is light-hearted and focuses on puzzles and games rather than scary themes.

  • Does Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics have violence?

    No violence is depicted in the book. The narrative focuses on a library-themed competition without any physical confrontations or violent actions.

  • Does Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics have scary content?

    No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. The story is light-hearted and focuses on puzzles and games rather than scary themes.

  • Does Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics have religious themes?

    No religious content is present in the book itself. While one source mentions content contrary to common Christian beliefs, this does not indicate that religious themes or practices are part of the narrative.

  • Does Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics have racial/cultural content?

    The book features a diverse cast of characters, as noted in a review that highlights the young cast's racial diversity. However, race is not a central theme of the plot.

  • Does Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics have profanity?

    No profanity is found in the book. The language used is appropriate for its target audience of children aged 8-12.

  • Does Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics have climate change?

    No climate themes or environmental discussions are present in the book. The narrative centers around library activities and games.

  • Does Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book. The narrative is aimed at a middle-grade audience and does not include any themes of a sexual nature.

  • Does Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It features a mixed-gender cast participating in a library competition without promoting specific gender expectations.

  • Does Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are explicitly mentioned in the book's narrative. The search results focus on general discussions about LGBTQ+ literature but do not reference specific content from 'Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics'.