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Teens · Ages 13–17

A Newbery Zoo

by Martin H. Greenberg

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

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

Sexual content is absent from these classic and varied stories.

Violence / Gore20

Some stories may contain mild peril or conflict typical of fables.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is not present in these older literary works.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemous language is absent from these collected tales.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in these stories.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some older tales might have mildly frightening elements.

Occult & Witchcraft10

Occasional folklore or mythical elements may appear.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

Worldviews vary across the diverse collection of stories.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters in some stories may display bravery.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme across the anthology.

Love & Friendship20

Themes of friendship and kindness appear in some tales.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Many stories offer moral lessons and wisdom.

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