Time of the Turtle King — 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
It's just a regular day when ordinary kids Jack and Annie are whisked away in the magic tree house to the Galapagos islands, where they must save a giant tortoise from an erupting volcano! But what do Jack and Annie know about saving turtles?! Plenty, thanks to some magic that makes them experts. A helicopter ride, rushing lava, and a whole lot of determination make this one adventure Jack and Annie will never forget!
Did you know that there's a Magic Tree House book for every kid?
Magic Tree House: Perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books
Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader
Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures
Graphic Novels: Relive the original adventures brought to life with art by Kelly & Nichole Matthews
If you're looking for Merlin Mission #38: Monday with a Mad Genius, it was renumbered as Merlin Mission #10 when the series was rebranded in 2017.
Frequently asked questions
Is Time of the Turtle King appropriate for a 7-year-old?
No violence detected in the book. The narrative involves adventure and the urgency to save a turtle from an erupting volcano, but does not include any physical violence between characters. No genuinely frightening content in the book. While there are elements of danger, such as an erupting volcano, these are presented in a way that is age-appropriate and not intended to scare young readers.
Does Time of the Turtle King have violence?
No violence detected in the book. The narrative involves adventure and the urgency to save a turtle from an erupting volcano, but does not include any physical violence between characters.
Does Time of the Turtle King have scary content?
No genuinely frightening content in the book. While there are elements of danger, such as an erupting volcano, these are presented in a way that is age-appropriate and not intended to scare young readers.
Does Time of the Turtle King have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The search results reference the author's background and other works, but do not indicate any religious themes or practices in 'Time of the Turtle King'.
Does Time of the Turtle King have racial/cultural content?
No explicit racial themes in the book. The narrative focuses on adventure and environmental themes without addressing race as a central topic.
Does Time of the Turtle King have profanity?
No profanity found in the book. The narrative is suitable for children and does not include any inappropriate language.
Does Time of the Turtle King have climate change?
The book involves themes of environmentalism as Jack and Annie work to save a giant tortoise from an erupting volcano, highlighting the importance of protecting wildlife and natural habitats.
Does Time of the Turtle King have sexual identity?
No sexual content present in the book. The search results confirm that the book does not include any sexual themes or language.
Does Time of the Turtle King have gender roles?
The book features Jack and Annie as protagonists without actively discussing or critiquing gender roles. The narrative does not promote traditional or modern gender roles explicitly.
Does Time of the Turtle King have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters mentioned in the book. The search results focus on general information about LGBTQ+ representation in media, not specific to 'Time of the Turtle King'.
