Adieu, Vieux Lézard!
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1998
A young boy named Oscar must say goodbye to his beloved pet lizard, leading to a journey of grief and acceptance.
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 the narrative.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used in the story.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story does not contain any scary elements.
Occult themes or witchcraft are absent from the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceOscar shows quiet strength in facing his feelings.
Faith is not a theme in this book.
Deep love for a pet and family is central.
The story gently explores grief and acceptance.
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