A Close Shave;
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
Gordon the Big Engine gets into trouble, and Thomas and his friends help him out of a difficult situation.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in these stories.
Mild peril exists, like trains getting stuck or minor accidents.
No profanity is used by the characters or narrator.
No blasphemous content is found in the stories.
No substance use is depicted in the stories.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The stories are not scary or frightening for young readers.
No occult or magical elements are featured in the stories.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is generally wholesome and focuses on responsibility.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage in facing their daily tasks.
Faith is not a central theme in these stories.
Friendship and helpfulness are shown among the engines.
Lessons about hard work and honesty are conveyed.
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