The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (the Last Firehawk #12) — 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
Pick a book. Grow a Reader!
This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!
The Shadow has come back to Perodia! Skull, his evil army of rats, and The Shadow are now hiding in secret as they plan their next move. Tag, Skyla, and Blaze need to find The Shadow quickly before it turns the creatures of Valor Wood into its army of spies. But their friend Bod is still trapped in the Underland! Can Tag and his friends rescue Bod before it's too late? The Shadow's dark magic is growing stronger...
With nonstop action and adventure, this fully illustrated series makes a great introduction to fantasy and will have younger readers on the edge of their seats!
Frequently asked questions
Is The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (the Last Firehawk #12) appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains elements of violence, such as the return of Tag's greatest enemy and the presence of an evil army. There are tense situations involving threats of violence, but it is noted that magic is used to resolve conflicts before they escalate. The book features elements that could be considered scary for younger readers, such as the presence of an evil army and dark magic. However, it is framed in a way that assures readers that the characters will ultimately be safe.
Does The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (the Last Firehawk #12) have violence?
The book contains elements of violence, such as the return of Tag's greatest enemy and the presence of an evil army. There are tense situations involving threats of violence, but it is noted that magic is used to resolve conflicts before they escalate.
Does The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (the Last Firehawk #12) have scary content?
The book features elements that could be considered scary for younger readers, such as the presence of an evil army and dark magic. However, it is framed in a way that assures readers that the characters will ultimately be safe.
Does The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (the Last Firehawk #12) have religious themes?
No religious content is present in the book. The search results do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies in the narrative.
Does The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (the Last Firehawk #12) have racial/cultural content?
Race is not a central theme or plot element in the book. The characters are described as animals, and there is no indication of racial themes or discussions.
Does The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (the Last Firehawk #12) have profanity?
No profanity is present in the book. The search results do not indicate any use of strong language or inappropriate words.
Does The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (the Last Firehawk #12) have climate change?
No climate themes or discussions are present in the book. The search results do not indicate any environmental issues or activism related to climate.
Does The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (the Last Firehawk #12) have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in the book. The search results confirm that there is no sexual content in 'The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (The Last Firehawk #12).'
Does The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (the Last Firehawk #12) have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The narrative focuses on adventure and conflict without specific emphasis on gender dynamics.
Does The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (the Last Firehawk #12) have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book. The search results explicitly state that there is no LGBTQ+ content in 'The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book (The Last Firehawk #12).'
