
Bear
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
A young bear faces the challenges of survival in the wilderness after being separated from his mother during a harsh winter.
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.
The bear faces dangers from predators and the elements.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The harshness of nature and survival can be intense.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe bear demonstrates immense courage to survive.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
The bear's instinctual drive to survive is strong.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent.
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