Anansi and the tug of war
by Lesley Sims
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2012
This story features Anansi the spider in a tale about cooperation and problem-solving.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
Blasphemous language is absent from the text.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No depiction of suicide or self-harm is included.
The story is not scary or frightening.
Occult or magical elements are not present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The worldview is based on traditional African folklore.
God and Christians are not negatively portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAnansi shows cleverness and determination.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Cooperation and community are important themes.
Lessons about working together are conveyed.
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