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Wings of Fire (8 Books) — Content Guide for Parents

By Tui T. SutherlandScholastic2018-03-09ISBN 97820180102022688 pages
Wings of Fire (8 Books)

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

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Frequently asked questions

  • Is Wings of Fire (8 Books) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The series contains significant violence, including scenes of cruelty, imprisonment, and arena fighting, which involve bloodthirsty spectators. This is particularly noted in the first book, where young dragons face harsh treatment. No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. While there are violent scenes, they do not contain horror themes or elements that would cause fear or distress.

  • Does Wings of Fire (8 Books) have violence?

    The series contains significant violence, including scenes of cruelty, imprisonment, and arena fighting, which involve bloodthirsty spectators. This is particularly noted in the first book, where young dragons face harsh treatment.

  • Does Wings of Fire (8 Books) have scary content?

    No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. While there are violent scenes, they do not contain horror themes or elements that would cause fear or distress.

  • Does Wings of Fire (8 Books) have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. While the author has a background that includes various religious influences, these do not manifest as religious themes or practices within the narrative of the series.

  • Does Wings of Fire (8 Books) have racial/cultural content?

    Race is not a central theme in the series. The focus is on dragon tribes and their conflicts, which do not explicitly address real-world racial issues or dynamics.

  • Does Wings of Fire (8 Books) have profanity?

    No profanity is reported in the book. The language is suitable for the intended age group, with no explicit curse words or vulgarity.

  • Does Wings of Fire (8 Books) have climate change?

    The series includes themes of environmental adaptation, as different dragon tribes are shown to be suited to their specific habitats. This can prompt readers to reflect on real-world environmental issues.

  • Does Wings of Fire (8 Books) have sexual identity?

    No explicit sexual content is present in the book. While there are references to crushes and relationships among characters, they are described as age-appropriate and not graphic.

  • Does Wings of Fire (8 Books) have gender roles?

    The series presents non-stereotypical gender roles, with female dragons depicted as fierce leaders and male dragons characterized as nurturing. This portrayal challenges traditional gender norms within the context of the story.

  • Does Wings of Fire (8 Books) have lgbtq+ themes?

    The series includes LGBTQ+ themes, with characters such as two boy dragons who are described as bisexual or pansexual. Their relationships are portrayed as ordinary and not central to the story, indicating a normalization of diverse sexual orientations.