Dickens & Rumi
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WILD

created by Dan Kainen, written by Kathy Wollard

A book of endangered species, with images that have a 3-D effect. (Ages 4 to 8)

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character1/5
  • Frightening scenes1/5
  • Products & advertising1/5

Strongest positives

  • Educational value4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Positive messages2/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

No commercial products or brands are featured.

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

Death is not a topic covered in the book.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

Wild animals and survival can create mild tension, but the book is educational rather than frightening and does not appear to center danger or threat.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

The book does not depict violence.

What’s good in it?

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The Photicular technology is highly creative and engaging for readers.

Educational value4/5
Why this rating?

Provides excellent educational information about animal life cycles and habitats.

Kindness & empathy1/5
Why this rating?

Care for wildlife and environmental stewardship may be encouraged, but interpersonal empathy, cooperation and kindness are not central themes.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

The book encourages curiosity about animals, ecosystems and adaptation, with an implied message to appreciate and protect wildlife and habitats.

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  1. What is one new thing you learned or became curious about?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in WILD would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in WILD, and what caused that change?
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