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Deception on the Set

Leslie McFarlane · 2015

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Deception on the Set by Leslie McFarlane. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Violence, Romance; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Violence2/5
  • Romance1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Clean, appropriate language for young readers.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Light, innocent friendships and social interactions.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Mild suspense as the mystery unfolds.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional tense moments typical of juvenile mysteries, but no graphic or physical conflict.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters face unknowns to uncover the truth.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The mystery encourages imaginative problem-solving.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Basic representation within the peer group.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Promotes reading engagement and critical reasoning skills.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

The group dynamic relies on supporting each other.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages critical thinking, honesty, and teamwork.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters show resourcefulness and cooperation.

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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 Deception on the Set would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Deception on the Set, and what caused that change?
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