The Last Kids on Earth and the Doomsday Race — 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 highly-anticipated seventh book in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today 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
With his zombie-controlling powers growing stronger, Jack Sullivan and his buddies are road-tripping toward the mysterious Tower, where they must once and for all stop Rezzoch the Ancient, Destructor of Worlds, from descending upon our dimension. But their journey is sidetracked when they are swept up by the Mallusk, an enormous centipede monster carrying the world's largest shopping mall on its back.
On board, the kids discover a thriving monster society: Mallusk City! There, they encounter old allies—as well as old foes, who are ruling over Mallusk City with an iron fist. Beating these bad guys in battle is not an option, but beating them in an election is… so Jack runs for mayor of Mallusk City! At first, proving his leadership skills just means shaking monster hands, kissing monster babies, and promising to fill the water fountains with strawberry Nesquik. But when the Mallusk falls under attack, Jack must learn how to be a true leader—before it’s too late.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Last Kids on Earth and the Doomsday Race appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book features violence typical of a post-apocalyptic setting, including the use of weapons like swords and spears to fight monsters. While the violence is described as not gratuitous or gory, it includes instances where characters hurt monsters, which may involve some level of bloodshed (e.g., purple blood). The book includes elements that could be considered scary for younger readers, such as drooling monsters and the overall theme of a zombie apocalypse. However, the tone is described as humorous, which may mitigate the fear factor.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Doomsday Race have violence?
The book features violence typical of a post-apocalyptic setting, including the use of weapons like swords and spears to fight monsters. While the violence is described as not gratuitous or gory, it includes instances where characters hurt monsters, which may involve some level of bloodshed (e.g., purple blood).
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Doomsday Race have scary content?
The book includes elements that could be considered scary for younger readers, such as drooling monsters and the overall theme of a zombie apocalypse. However, the tone is described as humorous, which may mitigate the fear factor.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Doomsday Race 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 and the Doomsday Race have racial/cultural content?
No explicit racial themes or discussions are present in the book. The search results do not indicate any focus on race or racism as a central theme.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Doomsday Race have profanity?
No profanity is mentioned in the book. The search results confirm that the content is suitable for children, with no instances of swearing or inappropriate language.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Doomsday Race have climate change?
No climate themes or discussions are present in the book. The narrative does not address environmental issues or activism related to climate change.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Doomsday Race have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in the book. The search results indicate that the narrative is appropriate for children and does not include themes of sexuality.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Doomsday Race have gender roles?
The book features a mix of characters, including both male and female protagonists, but does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The narrative focuses on adventure and survival rather than gender dynamics.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Doomsday Race have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes are explicitly mentioned in the book. While there are discussions about the author's acknowledgment of LGBTQ+ kids in response to comments, there are no characters or themes related to LGBTQ+ representation in the narrative of this specific book.
