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I Know What You Did Last Wednesday

Anthony Horowitz · 2003

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for I Know What You Did Last Wednesday by Anthony Horowitz. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Death of a character, Violence; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Death of a character2/5
  • Violence2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models2/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

The plot centers on a murder, but it is handled in a comedic and non-gory fashion.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Brief mentions of death, but no detailed description of blood or bodily injury.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild language consistent with books for younger readers.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

No significant romantic subplots.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Tense moments typical of a mystery novel; characters are sometimes in danger.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal or occasional background references, not glamorized.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Includes comic peril, threatening situations, and non-graphic depictions of physical struggles.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters face danger and uncertainty while trying to solve the mystery.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The plot is inventive and encourages readers to engage with the puzzle.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The story appears to center on conventional British detective-fiction character types, with little evidence of broad identity or background representation.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Encourages critical thinking and deductive reasoning.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

The relationship between the brothers is a positive display of mutual support.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

Emphasis on logic, problem-solving, and the importance of integrity.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

The characters exhibit persistence and cleverness, despite their comedic flaws.

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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 I Know What You Did Last Wednesday would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in I Know What You Did Last Wednesday, and what caused that change?
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