The Last Kids on Earth — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
The first book in the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling series, with over 7 million copies in print!
"Terrifyingly fun! Delivers big thrills and even bigger laughs."--Jeff Kinney, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Ever since the monster apocalypse hit town, average thirteen year old Jack Sullivan has been living in his tree house, which he's armed to the teeth with catapults and a moat, not to mention video games and an endless supply of Oreos and Mountain Dew scavenged from abandoned stores. But Jack alone is no match for the hordes of Zombies and Winged Wretches and Vine Thingies, and especially not for the eerily intelligent monster known only as Blarg. So Jack builds a team: his dorky best friend, Quint; the reformed middle school bully, Dirk; Jack's loyal pet monster, Rover; and the fiercest girl Jack knows, June. With their help, Jack is going to slay Blarg, achieve the ultimate Feat of Apocalyptic Success, and be average no longer! Can he do it?
Told in a mixture of text and black-and-white illustration, this is the perfect series for any kid who's ever dreamed of starring in their own comic book or video game.
Covers may vary.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Last Kids on Earth appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book features violence as the characters use physical force and weapons like swords and spears to combat monsters in a zombie apocalypse. The violence is described as not gratuitous or gory, but it does involve characters hurting monsters, which may include depictions of wounds. The book includes elements that could be considered scary for younger readers, such as a zombie and monster apocalypse. The presence of drooling monsters and the general premise of survival in a dangerous world may evoke fear, though it is balanced with humor.
Does The Last Kids on Earth have violence?
The book features violence as the characters use physical force and weapons like swords and spears to combat monsters in a zombie apocalypse. The violence is described as not gratuitous or gory, but it does involve characters hurting monsters, which may include depictions of wounds.
Does The Last Kids on Earth have scary content?
The book includes elements that could be considered scary for younger readers, such as a zombie and monster apocalypse. The presence of drooling monsters and the general premise of survival in a dangerous world may evoke fear, though it is balanced with humor.
Does The Last Kids on Earth have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies present in the narrative.
Does The Last Kids on Earth have racial/cultural content?
No explicit racial themes are present in the book. While there are mentions of diverse characters in related content, race is not a central theme or plot point in the narrative.
Does The Last Kids on Earth have profanity?
No profanity is noted in the book. The content is described as appropriate for children, with no obscene or vulgar language mentioned.
Does The Last Kids on Earth have climate change?
No climate themes are present in the book. The narrative focuses on adventure and survival in a post-apocalyptic setting without addressing environmental issues or climate change.
Does The Last Kids on Earth have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in the book. The narrative does not include themes of sexual relationships or explicit sexual situations.
Does The Last Kids on Earth have gender roles?
The narrative includes discussions around gender roles, particularly in how the character June contributes to the group dynamics, suggesting a shift in perspectives about individual strength and collaboration. However, the portrayal of gender roles may also reflect traditional stereotypes.
Does The Last Kids on Earth have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are explicitly mentioned in the book. Some sources note the absence of sexual or gender diversity in the works of Max Brallier, indicating that the series does not currently include LGBTQ+ representation.
