
A Newbery Zoo
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1995
This is an anthology of stories, many of which are retellings of classic tales or fables, often with animal characters.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent from these classic and varied stories.
Some stories may contain mild peril or conflict typical of fables.
Profanity is not present in these older literary works.
Blasphemous language is absent from these collected tales.
No substance abuse is depicted in these stories.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.
Some older tales might have mildly frightening elements.
Occasional folklore or mythical elements may appear.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
Worldviews vary across the diverse collection of stories.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters in some stories may display bravery.
Faith is not a central theme across the anthology.
Themes of friendship and kindness appear in some tales.
Many stories offer moral lessons and wisdom.
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