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Big Game

Stuart Gibbs · 2015

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Big Game by Stuart Gibbs. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Violence, Death of a character; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

Book 3 · FunJungleSource checked

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Age guidanceNot listed
Strongest cautionsFrightening scenes 3/5 · Violence 3/5 · Death of a character 2/5
Strongest positivesCourage & resilience 4/5 · Creativity & curiosity 3/5
Series positionBook 3 · FunJungle
Recommendation3.3/5

Courage & resilience; strongest caution: frightening scenes.

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Courage & resilience; strongest caution: frightening scenes.

Readiness snapshotMain watch-out: Frightening scenes 3/5
Recommendation 3.3/5

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5
  • Death of a character2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

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Series progression

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Next volumeBook 4 · Panda-moniumStrongest cautions: Frightening scenes 2/5 · Products & advertising 1/5Open next review →
  1. Book 2 · Poached
    Frightening scenes2/5Violence2/5Death of a character1/5Products & advertising1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    Starting point
  2. Book 3 · Big Game
    Frightening scenes3/5Violence3/5Death of a character2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Graphic injury1/5Products & advertising1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    Gets more intense
  3. Book 4 · Panda-monium
    Frightening scenes2/5Products & advertising1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5Violence1/5
    Gets gentler
  4. Book 5 · Lion Down
    Death of a character3/5Frightening scenes2/5Violence2/5Graphic injury1/5Products & advertising1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    Gets more intense
  5. Book 6 · Tyrannosaurus Wrecks
    Death of a character2/5Frightening scenes2/5Violence2/5Products & advertising1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    Gets gentler
  6. Book 7 · Bear Bottom
    Frightening scenes1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5Violence1/5
    Gets gentler
  7. Book 8 · Whale Done
    Romance2/5Death of a character1/5Frightening scenes1/5Violence1/5
    About the same
  8. Book 9 · All Ears
    Frightening scenes1/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5Violence1/5
    About the same
  9. Book 10 · Ape Escape
    Frightening scenes3/5Violence2/5Romance1/5Strong language1/5
    Gets more intense

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What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Mentions of real-world zoos and brands incidental to the setting of a theme park.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

The threat of death is central to the plot, though actual character deaths are minimal or averted.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild insults or exclamations appropriate for the target age group.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Contains very mild middle-school-aged crushes and interactions.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Contains moments of moderate suspense and danger for the protagonist when targeted by dangerous figures.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes threats with weapons, a near-assassination attempt, and tense confrontation scenes typical of a spy-themed mystery.

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Graphic injury · 0/5Alcohol or drugs · 0/5

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist consistently chooses to act despite fear when facing powerful adversaries.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages interest in problem-solving and investigation.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a moderately diverse cast of characters in the zoo environment.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Includes incidental information about animal conservation and zoo operations.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Characters value friendship and loyalty in the face of conflict.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The story supports protecting animals, seeking truth, taking responsibility, and resisting exploitation or greed.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows initiative and bravery, though occasionally acts impulsively.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Big Game would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Big Game, and what caused that change?
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