Death of a character3/5
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Civet died by drowning in her backstory, and characters are repeatedly threatened with death; grief and lost homes shape the story.
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Dragon of the Lost Sea
Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Dragon of the Lost Sea by Laurence Yep. This book is recommended for ages 12+; content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.
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Recommended age12+
Strongest cautions
- Death of a character3/5
- Frightening scenes3/5
- Violence3/5
Strongest positives
- Courage & resilience4/5
- Creativity & curiosity4/5
- Good role models4/5
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- What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
- How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
- Which choice in Dragon of the Lost Sea would you have made differently, and why?
- Who changed the most in Dragon of the Lost Sea, and what caused that change?
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