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Content levels
ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone
Trigger warnings
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Synopsis
On a forgotten island at the center of the earth, twelve-year-old Cal Cobble lives at an orphanage evading a bully, avoiding all thought of the nearby prison, and dreaming of finding his father, until he meets the mysterious Mr. E and everything changes.
Is Skipping Stones at the Center of the Earth appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A middle grade fantasy adventure about an orphan searching for his father. Contains mild peril and bullying themes, but age-appropriate content with a mysterious mentor figure and island setting.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include abandonment and bullying.
Who'll love this
Kids will love the mystery of the forgotten island, the search for Cal's father, and the intriguing character of Mr. E.
Tags
AdventureMysteryPortal Fantasy