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The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20) — Content Guide for Parents

By Aaron BlabeyScholastic Incorporated2024-11-12ISBN 9781546111801192 pages
The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20)

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

About this book

Now a major motion picture!

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They may look like Bad Guys, but these wannabe heroes are doing good deeds... whether you like it or not in this New York Times bestselling illustrated series.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book features characters engaging in criminal activities, such as robbing banks, which is a recurring theme throughout the series. While the violence is not graphic, it involves typical heist scenarios that may include mild peril. Some parents express concern that the series has shifted towards darker themes in later books, which may be unsettling for sensitive readers. However, it is primarily humorous and adventurous in tone.

  • Does The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20) have violence?

    The book features characters engaging in criminal activities, such as robbing banks, which is a recurring theme throughout the series. While the violence is not graphic, it involves typical heist scenarios that may include mild peril.

  • Does The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20) have scary content?

    Some parents express concern that the series has shifted towards darker themes in later books, which may be unsettling for sensitive readers. However, it is primarily humorous and adventurous in tone.

  • Does The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20) have religious themes?

    No religious content is present in the book itself. The search results discuss themes related to bias and representation but do not indicate any religious practices or beliefs in the narrative.

  • Does The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20) have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit themes of race or racism are present in the book's narrative. The search results do not indicate that race is a central theme or plot point.

  • Does The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20) have profanity?

    No profanity is present in the book. The humor is described as snappy and irreverent but does not include any offensive language.

  • Does The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20) have climate change?

    No climate themes or environmental issues are present in the book. The narrative centers on adventure and humor rather than ecological topics.

  • Does The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20) have sexual identity?

    There is no sexual content in the book. The focus is on humor and adventure rather than any sexual themes.

  • Does The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20) have gender roles?

    The book features a variety of animal characters but does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The focus is on the characters' adventures rather than their gender identities.

  • Does The Bad Guys in One Last Thing (the Bad Guys #20) have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book's narrative. The search results primarily reference reviews and general information about the series without specific LGBTQ+ content.