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Blindfold

Diane Hoh; Cris Dukehart · 1997

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Blindfold by Diane Hoh; Cris Dukehart. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Violence, Death of a character; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Violence3/5
  • Death of a character2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity2/5
  • Good role models2/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Threats of harm, but no central character death.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

No graphic gore or blood depicted.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Mild, age-appropriate language consistent with YA novels of the era.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Very light teen romantic interest, not central to the plot.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

High suspense and psychological tension regarding being stalked.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Not a significant theme in this story.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Features mild suspense-driven physical confrontation and threats.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist must find significant personal courage to escape danger.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on problem-solving during a crisis.

Kindness & empathy1/5
Why this rating?

Standard social interactions; not a central theme.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

Themes of resilience and finding internal strength.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Protagonist demonstrates resourcefulness under pressure.

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