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Teens · Ages 11–14

A bad case of robots

by Kenneth Oppel

Age rating: Ages 11–14 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1994

A boy discovers that his classmates are being replaced by robots, leading him on a mission to expose the truth.

Concern Level

18/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this sci-fi adventure.

Violence / Gore20

Mild peril and action sequences occur involving robots.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this science fiction narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some suspenseful moments and the idea of replacement might be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on technology and human identity.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows courage in investigating the robot conspiracy.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this sci-fi story.

Love & Friendship5

Friendship is a minor element in the narrative.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are absent from this plot.

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