The Last Last-Day-Of-Summer — 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 Last Last-Day-of-Summer reminds me that all children deserve to exist in magical spaces where their imaginations and familial bonds will them into heroism. Every single child should have the freedom to be one of The Legendary Alstons. And I, for one, am grateful to Giles, and this brilliant story, for that reminder." --Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Honor-winning author of Stuntboy, in the Meantime
In the first Legendary Alston Boys mystery from Edgar Award nominee Lamar Giles--now in paperback--two adventurous cousins accidentally freeze time on the last day of summer, and the secrets hidden between the seconds, minutes, and hours aren't quite the endless fun they expected!
Otto and Sheed are the local sleuths in their zany Virginia town, masters of unraveling mischief using their unmatched powers of deduction. And as the summer winds down and the first day of school looms, the boys are craving just a little bit more time for fun, even as they bicker over what kind of fun they want to have.
That is, until a mysterious man appears with a camera that literally freezes time. Now, with the help of some very strange people and even stranger creatures, Otto and Sheed will have to put aside their differences to save their town--and each other--before time stops for good.
And don't miss the Legendary Alston Boys in their next adventures: The Last Mirror on the Left and The Last Chance for Logan County!
Frequently asked questions
Is The Last Last-Day-Of-Summer appropriate for a 7-year-old?
No violence is depicted in the book. The narrative focuses on a whimsical adventure involving time travel and mystery-solving without any physical confrontations or harm. No scary content is present in the book. The narrative is described as a fun and lighthearted adventure, suitable for children, without any frightening elements.
Does The Last Last-Day-Of-Summer have violence?
No violence is depicted in the book. The narrative focuses on a whimsical adventure involving time travel and mystery-solving without any physical confrontations or harm.
Does The Last Last-Day-Of-Summer have scary content?
No scary content is present in the book. The narrative is described as a fun and lighthearted adventure, suitable for children, without any frightening elements.
Does The Last Last-Day-Of-Summer have religious themes?
No religious content is present in the book. The search results reference other works and general themes but do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies in the story.
Does The Last Last-Day-Of-Summer have racial/cultural content?
The book features two African American boy cousins as the main characters, which is a significant aspect of the story. The narrative includes their experiences and perspectives, highlighting their identity within the context of the adventure.
Does The Last Last-Day-Of-Summer have profanity?
No profanity is present in the book. The search results discuss profanity in unrelated films but do not mention any use of inappropriate language in the book itself.
Does The Last Last-Day-Of-Summer have climate change?
No climate themes are present in the book. The narrative focuses on a time-travel adventure without addressing environmental issues or activism.
Does The Last Last-Day-Of-Summer have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in the book. The search results reference other media with sexual themes but do not indicate any such themes in 'The Last Last-Day-of-Summer.'
Does The Last Last-Day-Of-Summer have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. While it features male protagonists, there is no thematic content related to traditional or modern gender expectations.
Does The Last Last-Day-Of-Summer have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book's narrative. The search results focus on general discussions about LGBTQ+ representation in literature but do not provide specific content from 'The Last Last-Day-of-Summer.'
