Good but not for too young kids
931279
Fun book but not for too young kids. The drawings can be scary and the monsters' intent unsettling (many like to eat or kidnap children). So, for readers who are old enough to put monsters into perspective and grasp the author's sense of irony.
2497475
kids really liked it, but it was pretty challenging for my 7 year old, and very difficult for my 5 year old, but the rating is 10+ so you really can't complain. i think it's hard for little kids who can't read yet because there is reading required. 5 year-old had fun with it anyway though..
3625683
I liked it but not sure if suitable for all ages of children.  Some intense parts in the movie
696651
Very childish , but if you are looking for a book for very young children it's ok not for anyone over 10 .
3478161
Not for older kids. I know there's other reviews that say it is. I bought this for a 7 year old and I think it was sort of boring. These are just little figurines. My two year old wanted to play with them more than the 7 and 5 year olds. Very cute though and does promote more imaginative play instead of screen time or battery operated toys
2551125
I loved the story but do not think it appropriate for the ages that it is geared for. I believe it's on many 5th grade reading lists. Descriptions of a still birth, wondering if another character is an axe murderer coming to chop them up are not things I'd like my 10 year old to read. Other storylines, although not as disturbing, will likely be too mature to comprehend until about middle school.
2142243
Good building toy but not suitable for 5+ years old as recommended by manufacturer.  My husband and I assembled it for my five year old. Pieces were very small and need more strength to attach and remove pieces as well as understand instructions. Better for 10+ years old. After built model was very nice and he enjoyed playing with it.
2489445
The kids like the game but there is some violence and mild swearing in the game - Please consider children's age when purchasing.  This is not intended for younger audiences.
1914142
I bought this for my grandson and am very glad I read it first. It's probably fine for older kids, but the younger or not quite mature enough will likely find much disturbing about the situation and plot. The children in the story have just lost their parents and their home and end up in a situation where they are threatened by adults and not helped by others. While the kids manage to save themselves by the end of the book, they end up headed for more problems rather than moving into a safe and stable situation. I may actually read more of the series to see what happens, but I'm not giving it to my grandson for several more years.
3277666
This game is great for older children, pre teen age.  not so great for younger children. i found that my son" has small hands" it was hard for him to hold all his cards @ 7 yrs old.  it was also discouraging for him to try and compete and pay attention with the older siblings.
2811958
I bought this book for my daughter and son. They are five and six. Given their high reading levels for their age, I thought the age range marked would be appropriate. The book is interesting with nice illustrations. It contains information that answers a number of questions one might have after viewing the movie. However, it is far below the average 9-12 year old. It reads like the stories I read to my kids when they were around three or four. My children enjoyed it, but I think kids 9-12 would get bored quickly.
2474975
This toy is cute, but I wouldn't recommend it for anyone near the age of 3-5.  It's way too hard to put together and take apart.  My husband and I have to do all the building.  My kids love to play with the things we build but they aren't strong enough to snap things together or pull them apart.  I would say this is more for a 6-10 year old.  The good news is that once built, the toys don't fall apart easily.  My other complaint is that there are pictures of things you can build, but only instructions for the train.  I tried to build one of the things on the box and there weren't enoug pieces in the box to build it, which I thought was weird.
899896
We really like this but it's not for small children, though it's a "Golden Book". Also, if your child has not seen the films yet, there are total spoilers. (Not that there should not be or that's it's a suprise, just be forewarned.)
4329554
Good to go to bed with but not for me and teens but perfect for little ones and toddlers and preschoolers
443055
I bought this book along with "It's a Girl Thing" (which is perfect for her age now).  I didn't think this book was appropriate for my daughter who is almost 11 -- My husband and I read the book together and agreed that it will have to wait until she gets her period and/or is almost 12.  It is a good book though, but not for now!  It gets a little too detailed about sex, so we thought that a book that lightly touched upon the subject ("It's a Girl Thing") was perfect for her age now.
2938841
My son like the book and concept, but it got a bit too in depth for him to really enjoy it.  It seems to be set for kids between 11-14.
1125488
I'm sure this is a great game for older kids, but unless your 5 year old can read, try something else.  There are a lot of written instructions on screen and the only way the little ones (4, 5, 6 year olds) can play is if you intend to sit side by side and play with him.  (Not entirely a bad idea either.)  But if you're looking for a game the little ones can play by themselves, look elsewhere.