There are a few things to know for determining if your child is ready for this series. Everything below is done in a careful way to avoid it being too much for kids, but it is still important to know. It mentions the mother died when the main character was 8. Later, his father is killed in front of him. The main characters are chased by this swarm of insect-like creatures that devour everything in their sight, including a town they attempt to warn. They are later captured into slavery and treated badly. The main character is whipped after rescuing someone else, and the wounds are described in light detail. There are also a type of beasts in the desert that come up in a perilous situation. It is probably a good idea to discuss the complexities that may come with taking in someone who is in need off of the streets and that, especially when young children are in the house, God will often lead us to an Christ-based organization that can better handle the situation.