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A Hat Full of Sky

(2004, Fiction - Fantasy, Written by Terry Pratchett)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 10; suggested age 10.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Sequel is strong, but slower than its predecessor.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 10 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Some mild fantasy fighting.

  • Sex:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Lots of swearing, but all the words are made up, as in "Crivens!"

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    The Nac Mac Feegle like to drink. Granny Aching smokes a pipe.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About A Hat Full of Sky

Parents need to know that this book offers a different view of learning magic -- it consists mainly of common sense, doing what needs to be done, and taking care of others. Other issues include the responsibility of the strong for the weak and infirm, and susceptibility to dominant peers. There's a bit of fantasy fighting, too, and mild use of substances (drinking and smoking a pipe), though not by children.

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 16
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    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

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    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

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    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 4.0

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    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 4.0

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