Winter Turning: Library Edition (Wings of Fire) — 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
The New York Times and USA Today bestselling series soars to even greater heights with a new prophecy and five new dragonets ready to claim their destiny! Daring mission... or deadly mistake? Winter has been a disappointment to his royal IceWing family his whole life. When his sister, Icicle, runs away from Jade Mountain Academy, fleeing terrible crimes and possibly planning to commit more, Winter knows that they both need a second chance to make things right -- if only he can find her. Winters new clawmates, Moon, Qibli, and Kinkajou, wont let him make this dangerous journey alone. They dont seem to understand that IceWings, the most superior of all dragon tribes, can fix their own problems. When their search leads the dragonets straight into Queen Scarlets vicious talons, Winter is grateful to have some help. But even the bravest dragons cant follow him to the Ice Kingdom, where hell have to face the greatest threat of all: his own family.
Frequently asked questions
Is Winter Turning: Library Edition (Wings of Fire) appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains instances of violence, including dragons engaging in arena fighting and experiencing cruelty from caretakers and parents. The series overall is noted for its violent themes, particularly in earlier books, but this is a continuing element in the series. The book does not contain genuinely frightening content. While there are intense situations, they are framed within the context of adventure and do not aim to instill fear in readers.
Does Winter Turning: Library Edition (Wings of Fire) have violence?
The book contains instances of violence, including dragons engaging in arena fighting and experiencing cruelty from caretakers and parents. The series overall is noted for its violent themes, particularly in earlier books, but this is a continuing element in the series.
Does Winter Turning: Library Edition (Wings of Fire) have scary content?
The book does not contain genuinely frightening content. While there are intense situations, they are framed within the context of adventure and do not aim to instill fear in readers.
Does Winter Turning: Library Edition (Wings of Fire) have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. While the author has a background that includes influences from various religious traditions, these aspects do not appear in the narrative of Winter Turning.
Does Winter Turning: Library Edition (Wings of Fire) have racial/cultural content?
The series addresses themes related to learned racism and includes character arcs that unpack these issues, particularly through the character Winter. The narrative engages with complex social themes in an age-appropriate manner.
Does Winter Turning: Library Edition (Wings of Fire) have profanity?
The series includes some instances of foul language, though it is used sparingly. Specific examples of swearing are noted in reviews of the series, indicating that while profanity is present, it is not a central focus.
Does Winter Turning: Library Edition (Wings of Fire) have climate change?
The series includes elements of environmental adaptation, with characters experiencing their homeland's unique properties, such as the MudWing's connection to mud. This reflects an awareness of the environment but does not promote a specific climate activism message.
Does Winter Turning: Library Edition (Wings of Fire) have sexual identity?
No explicit sexual content is described in the book. While there are mentions of crushes and some flirting among characters, the narrative does not focus on sexual themes.
Does Winter Turning: Library Edition (Wings of Fire) have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. While there are some crushes and interactions among characters, the dragons are not generally gender stereotyped, and the narrative does not focus on gender dynamics.
Does Winter Turning: Library Edition (Wings of Fire) have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features LGBTQ+ characters, including Winter, who is identified as bisexual or pansexual, as confirmed by the author at events. Other characters such as Umber (gay) and Anemone (lesbian) are also mentioned. The treatment of LGBTQ+ relationships is described as seamless and ordinary within the narrative.
