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Blown away

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David Wiltse · 1997

Is Blown away appropriate for your child? See the reviewed age guidance, content cautions, positive themes, and supporting evidence below.

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Blown away by David Wiltse. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Death of a character, Strong language; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Positive messages.

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Age guidanceNot listed
Strongest cautionsFrightening scenes 4/5 · Death of a character 3/5 · Strong language 3/5
Strongest positivesCourage & resilience 3/5 · Positive messages 3/5
Recommendation2.5/5

Courage & resilience; strongest caution: frightening scenes.

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Courage & resilience; strongest caution: frightening scenes.

Readiness snapshotMain watch-out: Frightening scenes 4/5
Recommendation 2.5/5

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Death of a character3/5
  • Strong language3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Positive messages3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity2/5

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What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Characters die as a result of the bomber's actions, with some focus on the aftermath and investigation.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Explosive damage and injuries appear to be implied or briefly described rather than presented in graphic detail.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Moderate profanity and harsh language may occur in this adult crime-thriller setting.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Romantic elements appear minor and secondary to the suspense and crime plot.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

The constant threat of bombs and the cold nature of the antagonist create a persistent atmosphere of dread.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Some adult themes may occur, but explicit sexual content is not indicated.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Adults may occasionally drink alcohol in social or professional settings; use does not appear central.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes scenes of bomb threats, explosions, and tension involving law enforcement and a dangerous criminal.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The characters exhibit significant bravery when confronting dangerous threats.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

The investigation may encourage attention to clues and inventive problem-solving, mainly within the crime plot.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The available information suggests limited background and identity representation; details are uncertain.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Readers may gain incidental insight into investigation, but teaching is not the book’s main purpose.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Protecting people and responding to victims suggest some empathy, but kindness is not the central theme.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The story appears to explore justice, evil, and the responsibility to prevent further violence.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

A dedicated professional may offer a positive example, though morally difficult situations complicate the picture.

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  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Blown away would you have made differently, and why?
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