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Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl — Content Guide for Parents

By Julie SykesNational Geographic Books2020-12-01ISBN 9780593306246128 pages
Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl

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

About this book

What if your best friend was a unicorn? Chapter book readers are flocking to this magical series, where everyone is paired with their very own unicorn!

Matilda loves to have fun. She's not too worried that her unicorn, Pearl, hasn't found her magic yet. She also loves her friends at Unicorn Academy--even when they get annoyed at her for being disorganized. But there's a problem so big that even Matilda can't ignore it. On a camping trip, she and Pearl see someone hurting the oldest tree on Unicorn Island. Can Matilda and Pearl find out who it is, and save the tree?

Be sure to read all the books in this magical series!

Don't miss any books in the magical new spin-off series, Unicorn Academy Nature Magic!

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book includes a plot point where Matilda and Pearl witness someone hurting the oldest tree on Unicorn Island, indicating a potential threat to nature. This could be considered a form of violence against the environment, though it is not graphic or directed at characters. No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. While there is a mention of a problem that Matilda cannot ignore, it does not indicate any scary themes that would distress young readers.

  • Does Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl have violence?

    The book includes a plot point where Matilda and Pearl witness someone hurting the oldest tree on Unicorn Island, indicating a potential threat to nature. This could be considered a form of violence against the environment, though it is not graphic or directed at characters.

  • Does Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl have scary content?

    No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. While there is a mention of a problem that Matilda cannot ignore, it does not indicate any scary themes that would distress young readers.

  • Does Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl have religious themes?

    No religious content is present in the book. The search results discuss the series' themes of friendship and adventure but do not reference any specific religious practices or beliefs.

  • Does Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racial themes are present in the book. The search results do not discuss race as a central theme or plot point.

  • Does Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl have profanity?

    No profanity is present in the book. The search results indicate that the content is appropriate for children, focusing on friendship and adventure.

  • Does Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl have climate change?

    The book includes a plot where Matilda and Pearl see someone hurting a tree, suggesting themes of environmental awareness and the importance of nature. This indicates a potential climate theme, though it is not heavily emphasized.

  • Does Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book. The search results focus on the magical and friendship themes of the series without any mention of sexual themes.

  • Does Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl have gender roles?

    The book features a female protagonist and her unicorn but does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The narrative focuses on friendship and adventure rather than gender expectations.

  • Does Unicorn Academy #9: Matilda and Pearl have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book. The search results focus on the general concept of the Unicorn Academy series and do not mention any LGBTQ+ content specific to 'Matilda and Pearl'.