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Children · Ages 8

Arthur's great big valentine

by Lillian Hoban

Age rating: Ages 8 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1991

This children's book features Arthur the aardvark preparing for and celebrating Valentine's Day with his friends and family.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the book.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The book is cheerful and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on holiday traditions and social interaction.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Arthur shows some apprehension about Valentine's Day.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and family affection are central to the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of sharing and kindness are present.

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