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The Android — Content Guide for Parents

By Katherine ApplegateScholastic1997ISBN 9780613044950170 pages
The Android

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

About this book

When Marco runs into his old friend Erek he doesn't think too much of it. He's got a couple of more important things to do. Like helping to save the world. But then Marco finds out Erek's been hanging with some of the kids at The Sharing. And he starts to think that something just a little weird is going on.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Android appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains a violent and bloody battle involving the characters, where the Animorphs face off against Hork-Bajir and human-Controllers with rifles. The narrative describes the fight as brutal and terrifying, indicating a significant level of violence. The book features elements that could be considered scary, particularly in the second half where the situation becomes horrifying and involves intense imagery, such as a character looking into their own insides. This could be frightening for younger readers.

  • Does The Android have violence?

    The book contains a violent and bloody battle involving the characters, where the Animorphs face off against Hork-Bajir and human-Controllers with rifles. The narrative describes the fight as brutal and terrifying, indicating a significant level of violence.

  • Does The Android have scary content?

    The book features elements that could be considered scary, particularly in the second half where the situation becomes horrifying and involves intense imagery, such as a character looking into their own insides. This could be frightening for younger readers.

  • Does The Android have religious themes?

    No religious content is present in 'The Android'. The search results include information about the author and other books but do not indicate any religious themes or practices within the narrative of this book.

  • Does The Android have racial/cultural content?

    There are no explicit racial themes or discussions in 'The Android'. The search results do not indicate that race is a central theme or plot point in the book.

  • Does The Android have profanity?

    No profanity is mentioned in the book 'The Android'. The search results do not provide any evidence of strong language or swearing in the narrative.

  • Does The Android have climate change?

    There are no climate themes present in 'The Android'. The search results do not indicate that environmental issues or climate change are addressed within the story.

  • Does The Android have sexual identity?

    There is no sexual content in 'The Android'. The search results do not indicate any references to sexual themes or situations within the book.

  • Does The Android have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. While it features a cast of characters, it does not promote or challenge traditional gender expectations within the narrative.

  • Does The Android have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes are explicitly mentioned in the book 'The Android' itself. The search results primarily reference general lists of LGBTQ+ characters in media and discussions about the author, Katherine Applegate, but do not provide evidence of LGBTQ+ content in this specific book.