Big Bear's big boat
by Eve Bunting
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2013
A young bear named Barnaby helps his family build a boat to escape a flood.
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 this book.
The floodwaters are a significant threat to the characters.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The rising floodwaters create a sense of urgency and danger.
No occult themes are explored.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBarnaby shows courage in helping his family during the flood.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The family works together, showing love and mutual support.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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