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The Predator — Content Guide for Parents

By Katherine ApplegateScholastic Inc.2011ISBN 9780545291576160 pages
The Predator

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

About this book

The wildly popular books by K.A. Applegate are back! The Animorphs return in this update of the classic series.

Marco never wanted to be an Animorph. He didn't want the ability to change into any animal he touches. And he certainly didn't want to be one of a handful of kids that are the planet's only defense against a secret alien army. His friends know why he feels the way he does. He's worried about his dad -- the only family Marco has left. If anything happens to him, his father will be alone. But something big is about to change for Marco. Something that could finally give him a reason to fight.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Predator appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains significant violence, as it is part of the Animorphs series where characters engage in battles against alien forces. Descriptions indicate that the violence is integral to the plot and reflects the trauma experienced by the characters. The book includes elements that could be considered scary, particularly due to the body horror aspects and the traumatic experiences of the characters. Some readers have noted that certain scenes are intense and may be unsettling for younger audiences.

  • Does The Predator have violence?

    The book contains significant violence, as it is part of the Animorphs series where characters engage in battles against alien forces. Descriptions indicate that the violence is integral to the plot and reflects the trauma experienced by the characters.

  • Does The Predator have scary content?

    The book includes elements that could be considered scary, particularly due to the body horror aspects and the traumatic experiences of the characters. Some readers have noted that certain scenes are intense and may be unsettling for younger audiences.

  • Does The Predator have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results mention other media and general information about the author, but do not indicate any religious themes or practices within the narrative of 'The Predator'.

  • Does The Predator have racial/cultural content?

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

  • Does The Predator have profanity?

    No profanity is reported in the book. The search results focus on other media adaptations and do not indicate any use of strong language in the narrative of 'The Predator'.

  • Does The Predator have climate change?

    No climate themes are present in 'The Predator'. The search results do not indicate any environmental or climate-related content in the book.

  • Does The Predator have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in 'The Predator'. The search results indicate that the book does not include any sexual themes or explicit content.

  • Does The Predator have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or promote gender roles. While it features a diverse cast of characters, there is no thematic exploration of gender roles within the narrative.

  • Does The Predator have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes present in the book 'The Predator' by Katherine Applegate. The search results primarily reference other works and adaptations related to the Predator franchise, not the book itself.