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Among the Hidden (Shadow Children, Book 1)

(2005, Fiction - Science Fiction, Written by Margaret Haddix, Illustrated by Cliff Nielson)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 9.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    A forbidden child hides from Population Police.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 9 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    A major child character is killed, offstage and not described.
  • Sex:

    A reference to brothers who "talk dirty."
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Among the Hidden (Shadow Children, Book 1)

Parents need to know that some kids may be disturbed by the death of a major character. Otherwise there's not much to be concerned about here.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about overpopulation and human rights. What can be done about overpopulation? What do you think should be done when the rights of the individual and society are in conflict?

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    I rate this title on for age 14 and give it 3.0

    it was good and not good

  2. Kid Reviewer Age 10
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Good role models

    i love it

    i love it its a great book i just start reading this book i thik of yhis book is it intresting and i give it a 5/5

  3. I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    good for older tweens and up (with good comprehension)

    Have read the whole series. Could be intense and suspenseful at times for younger readers. Overall, very well written and geared to encourage children to think about their rights and freedoms and what they really mean and if they are worth fighting/standing up for. Finally, it was pleasantly free of things to concern this parent (who is VERY concerned about what is in many books anymore).

  4. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Perfect! Absolutley and Positivly Perfect!

    This is the best book I have EVER read!

  5. I rate this title on for age 10 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence

    • My highlights are:
    • Educational

    i really loved it. i also read the series. thats good too.

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