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Sasquatch and the Muckleshoot

Adam Gidwitz · 2018

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Sasquatch and the Muckleshoot by Adam Gidwitz. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Violence, Strong language; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Positive messages.

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Age guidanceNot listed
Strongest cautionsFrightening scenes 2/5 · Violence 2/5 · Strong language 1/5
Strongest positivesCourage & resilience 4/5 · Positive messages 4/5
Series positionBook 3 · The Unicorn Rescue Society
Recommendation3.5/5

Courage & resilience; strongest caution: frightening scenes.

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Courage & resilience; strongest caution: frightening scenes.

Readiness snapshotMain watch-out: Frightening scenes 2/5
Recommendation 3.5/5

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Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Violence2/5
  • Strong language1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Positive messages4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5

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  1. Book 1 · THE CREATURE OF THE PINESAges 8+
    Frightening scenes3/5Violence2/5Products & advertising1/5Strong language1/5
    Starting point
  2. Book 2 · The Basque Dragon
    Frightening scenes2/5Violence2/5Products & advertising1/5Strong language1/5
    About the same
  3. Book 3 · Sasquatch and the Muckleshoot
    Frightening scenes2/5Violence2/5Strong language1/5
    About the same
  4. Book 4 · The Chupacabras of the Rio Grande
    Frightening scenes2/5Violence2/5Products & advertising1/5Strong language1/5
    About the same
  5. Book 5 · The Madre de Aguas of Cuba
    Frightening scenes3/5Violence3/5Religious themes1/5
    About the same
  6. Book 6 · The Secret of the Himalayas
    Frightening scenes2/5Violence2/5Products & advertising1/5Strong language1/5
    About the same

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What’s in it?

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

The supplied wording is mild and school-appropriate, with no profanity or slurs indicated.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Bigfoot mystery, forest creatures, chainsaws, machinery, and escape scenes create noticeable suspense, but the description does not indicate intense horror or lasting threat.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Features mild peril, such as logging machinery, chain saws, and confrontation with antagonists.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Characters take risks to protect the defenseless.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The Bigfoot mystery, fantastical rescue society, inventive problem-solving, and adventurous premise strongly encourage imagination.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse main cast and highlights Muckleshoot culture.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Introduces themes of environmental stewardship and respect for Indigenous lands.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Strong emphasis on empathy for animals and protecting habitats.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Promotes conservation, teamwork, and standing up for the environment.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonists are brave, thoughtful, and protective of nature.

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