The book is rated by Scholastic as grade 5.3 and for ages 11-13. Parents’ concerns about The Hunger Games center around violence. The book has a lot of it, and it is graphic at times. … And unlike cartoons and video games, the violence in Hunger Games has emotional and physical consequences.
Likewise, people ask, why is The Hunger Games a banned book?
The reason for this stated: “They were banned due to insensitivity, offensive language, violence, anti-family, anti-ethic and occult/satanic.” In 2014, the novel was also banned for reasons of inserted religious perspective.
Also question is, is The Hunger Games books appropriate for 12 year olds?
Too violent and disturbing for kids
This book is not for pre-teens. While it is well written and a page-turner, that does not make it a great read for kids. It is full of really awful graphic violence.
What are 13 year olds reading?
Happy reading!
- The Night Diary by Veera Hiranandani. …
- Slider by Pete Hautman. …
- The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton. …
- The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin. …
- The Crystal Ribbon by Celeste Lim. …
- Refugee by Alan Gratz. …
- Mayday by Karen Harrington is a great book for 13 year olds.
What age is appropriate to read Percy Jackson?
Common Sense Media (my go-to spot for judging what media is appropriate for what age of kids) rates the Percy Jackson books as for kids aged 9–10.
Why was the outsiders banned?
The Outsiders was a controversial book at the time of its publication; it is still currently challenged and debated. … This book has been banned from some schools and libraries because of the portrayal of gang violence, underage smoking and drinking, strong language/slang, and family dysfunction.
Why was the Lorax banned?
The Lorax was banned because it portrays the foresting industry in an arguable negative way. Some people felt that this book was persuading children to be against logging.
Is Harry Potter a banned book?
A Catholic school removed Harry Potter books from its library, warning that readers ‘risk conjuring evil spirits’ … “The curses and spells used in the books are actual curses and spells; which when read by a human being risk conjuring evil spirits into the presence of the person reading the text.”
Is The Hunger Games rated R?
R — Restricted. Children Under 17 Require Accompanying Parent or Adult Guardian. … The PG-13 rating suggests “parents are strongly cautioned” about a film’s content for anyone 13 and under (implying even younger children may watch), but ultimately teens can purchase a ticket themselves and be allowed into the movie.
Does the Hunger Games swear?
There is not much swearing or sexual stuff, but there is some drug use. One of the main characters is known for being drunk (basically known for being drunk.)
Should the hunger games be rated R?
Now, imagining an R–rated Hunger Games is purely hypothetical. None of the Hunger Games films will ever have an R–rating, producer Nina Jacobson told Entertainment Weekly. “Suzanne wrote these books for young people to be able to read them and discuss them and engage with them,” she said. And that’s true.
What books should a 12 year old read?
Here are 25 great book ideas for 12–year–olds.
- The Night Diary. Heart-Wrenching. …
- The Girl Who Drank the Moon. For Magic Lovers. …
- Percy Jackson Series. An Addictive Supernatural Series. …
- Up for Air. Perfect for Swimmers. …
- Harry Potter Series. A Staple for All. …
- The Science of Breakable Things. …
- Mostly the Honest Truth. …
- Track Series.
What age is Harry Potter appropriate for?
7–9: A great age to begin (for younger kids, consider reading aloud together). Read: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
Will there be a Hunger Games 5?
Although there hasn’t been a release date for the movie, hopefully news about the film will trickle out as production continues. At the moment, fans of the The Hunger Games franchise will just have to hang tight.