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Lights Go on Again

Kit Pearson; Shane Peacock · 1997

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Lights Go on Again by Kit Pearson; Shane Peacock. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Educational value.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character2/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Violence2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Educational value3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Brief mentions of the threat of war, but no central character death.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

No graphic gore present.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Mild, age-appropriate language consistent with children's literature.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Not a focus of this narrative.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Wartime danger, uncertainty, and separation may worry sensitive readers, but the story is not primarily frightening or horror-focused.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Includes descriptions of the backdrop of WWII and the general stress of the conflict.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Gavin shows inner strength in adapting to his difficult situation.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages empathy and perspective-taking regarding historical events.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on the cultural differences between British and Canadian populations.

Educational value3/5
Why this rating?

Provides historical context regarding British child evacuees in Canada.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Shows the importance of empathy and support in foster environments.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes resilience, adaptability, and the importance of family connections.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters display courage and patience during a difficult historical period.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Lights Go on Again would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Lights Go on Again, and what caused that change?
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