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Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series) — Content Guide for Parents

By Erin HunterHarperCollins B and Blackstone Publishing2020-07-14ISBN 97810941680811 pages
Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series)

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

About this book

Discover the origins of the warrior Clans in this thrilling prequel to Erin Hunter’s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series
The first book in the Dawn of the Clans series takes readers back to the earliest days of the Clans, when the cats first settled in the forest and began to forge the warrior code. Long before Firestar left his kittypet home to join ThunderClan, a band of cats from the mountains set off on a dangerous journey in search of a new home. . . .
Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail delivers all the epic adventure and thrilling fantasy that Warriors fans have come to expect. This prequel arc is the perfect introduction for new Warriors readers—and a long-awaited tale of the origins of the Clans that will thrill dedicated Erin Hunter fans!
Also contains an exclusive bonus scene!

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains significant violence, graphic deaths, and mature themes, which may not be suitable for younger readers. The portrayal of brutality among the cat clans is frequent and noted as a caution for sensitive audiences. Some scenes may be considered scary, particularly those involving danger to characters, such as being taken by eagles. This could be distressing for younger readers.

  • Does Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series) have violence?

    The book contains significant violence, graphic deaths, and mature themes, which may not be suitable for younger readers. The portrayal of brutality among the cat clans is frequent and noted as a caution for sensitive audiences.

  • Does Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series) have scary content?

    Some scenes may be considered scary, particularly those involving danger to characters, such as being taken by eagles. This could be distressing for younger readers.

  • Does Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series) have religious themes?

    No religious content detected in the book's narrative. The story revolves around cat clans and their adventures, with no mention of religious beliefs or practices.

  • Does Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series) have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racism or racial themes detected. The story features cat clans but does not address real-world racial issues or identity politics.

  • Does Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series) have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the search results. The content does not indicate the use of strong language.

  • Does Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series) have climate change?

    No climate themes detected in the search results. The narrative does not address environmental issues or activism.

  • Does Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series) have sexual identity?

    There are romantic relationships and attraction between cats, but no explicit sexual content is present. Affection is shown through non-sexual behaviors like licking, and while kittens are born, conception is not depicted.

  • Does Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series) have gender roles?

    No specific gender roles or themes regarding gender expectations are present in the narrative. The focus is on the adventures of cat clans without addressing gender dynamics.

  • Does Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail (The Warriors: Dawn of the Clans Series) have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes detected in the search results. The content primarily focuses on the adventures of cat clans without reference to LGBTQ+ identities or relationships.