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Children · Ages 10–13

Bear

by John Schoenherr

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

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

The bear faces dangers from predators and the elements.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes appear.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

The harshness of nature and survival can be intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The bear demonstrates immense courage to survive.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship20

The bear's instinctual drive to survive is strong.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent.

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