Alligator Shoes
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1982
A young boy named Arthur wants a pair of alligator shoes, but his mother insists on practical footwear, leading to a humorous exploration of desires.
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 this children's book.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is found in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is a theme.
The book is not scary for young readers.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on childhood desires and parental guidance.
No specific portrayal of Christians is a focus.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe story focuses on desires rather than courage.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
The mother's love is shown through her guidance.
Themes of grace or repentance are not present.
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