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The Sea of Monsters: Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 2

(2006, Fiction - Fantasy, Written by Rick Riordan)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 7, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 9.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Exciting myth-based series continues.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 9 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    A lot of light fantasy violence with no serious consequences: wounded heroes are magically cured, and slain monsters vanish in a puff of smoke, to reappear later.

  • Sex:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    Soft drink brands.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Sea of Monsters: Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 2

Parents need to know that there is violence here, but very mild compared to many fantasies for this age: wounded heroes are magically cured, and monsters are killed, vanishing in a puff of smoke, but can reappear later.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the many Greek myths referenced. How many can you find? What are the original stories? How have they been updated for modern times? Children might be interested in writing their own modern updates on classic myths.
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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    archermatt98
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Negative message

    • My highlights are:
    • Educational

    THE SEA OF MONSTERS

    This is a fantastic book, Tyson is bullied alot, but he isn't bothered by it. There is some violence, but nithing to worry about.

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    yongmoney12
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive consumerism

    love it!

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  3. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Emmanajnick397
    I rate this title on for age 10 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive consumerism

    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Perfect! Nothing else to say, but that I love the series, i've read all the books!

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  4. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    pandapower900
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 10 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence

    !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  5. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    ♥UndeadRainbow ...
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Best series EVER? No. But pretty good!

    This is my favorite book in the Olympian Series, as it is actually exciting! My friend, Connor, recommended it too me, and I was hooked! Great read for grades 4+

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