The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade — 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 second 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
The zombies are disappearing. This might seem like a good thing, since zombies eat your brains, but normal human kid Jack Sullivan is suspicious. He keeps hearing an eerie shrieking noise that seems to be almost summoning the zombies—but to where, and for what (probably) foul purpose?
Jack, his three best friends (maybe the only people left on Earth), and their pet monster Rover need to get to the bottom of this. Along the way they encounter a lot more than they bargained for, including a giant Wormungulous, a pizza parlor monster hangout, an ancient evil who destroys worlds, and a stereo system that is totally the bomb. Can Jack figure out why the zombies are vanishing . . . before he and his friends are next?
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 Zombie Parade appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book features violence as the kids battle zombies and monsters using physical force and weapons. While the violence is not described as gratuitous or gory, it does involve characters using swords and other weapons against fantastical creatures. While the book involves a zombie apocalypse, it is framed with humor and adventure rather than genuine fear. The monsters are fantastical and not intended to be frightening for children.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade have violence?
The book features violence as the kids battle zombies and monsters using physical force and weapons. While the violence is not described as gratuitous or gory, it does involve characters using swords and other weapons against fantastical creatures.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade have scary content?
While the book involves a zombie apocalypse, it is framed with humor and adventure rather than genuine fear. The monsters are fantastical and not intended to be frightening for children.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade have religious themes?
No religious content is present in the book. The narrative focuses on a post-apocalyptic adventure involving kids and zombies without any references to religious practices or beliefs.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade have racial/cultural content?
The book does not address race as a central theme or plot point. While it features diverse characters, race is not discussed or explored in the narrative.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade have profanity?
The book does not contain any profanity. Reviews indicate that it is suitable for children and lacks any inappropriate language.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade have climate change?
The book does not explicitly address climate themes. While some sources mention post-apocalyptic scenarios that could imply environmental issues, these are not central to the narrative of this specific book.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade have sexual identity?
There is no sexual content in the book. Sources confirm that the narrative does not include cursing or sexual themes, making it appropriate for children.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade have gender roles?
The book presents traditional gender roles, particularly through the character of Jack, who initially exhibits a desire to rescue June despite her insistence that she does not need rescuing. However, June's role as a fighter evolves throughout the series, indicating a shift in gender dynamics.
Does The Last Kids on Earth and the Zombie Parade have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are explicitly mentioned in the book. While some sources discuss the author's acknowledgment of LGBTQ+ kids in a broader context, this does not indicate the presence of LGBTQ+ content in this specific book.
