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The Danger

Gordon Korman · 2002

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for The Danger by Gordon Korman. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Violence, Death of a character; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Positive messages.

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Strongest cautions

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

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

The threat of death is constant, though fatalities are not graphic.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

No graphic blood or injury detail.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Mild, age-appropriate language.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Very minor, age-appropriate adolescent interest.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Young characters face pursuit, isolation, and threats, creating recurring suspense. The danger appears adventurous rather than intensely frightening or horror-focused.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes scenes of peril, physical confrontation, and threat from dangerous criminals.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Facing pursuit, uncertainty, and serious threats with persistence and bravery is central to the narrative.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages creative thinking to overcome physical obstacles.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Limited cast of characters; standard variety for a 2002 YA adventure.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental lessons on basic survival skills and problem-solving.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Cooperation is essential for the characters to survive.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes the importance of teamwork, ingenuity, and self-reliance in survival.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters display admirable persistence and resourcefulness.

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