Bones of Fred McFee
by Eve Bunting
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
A young boy named Fred McFee is haunted by the ghost of his grandfather, who died in a mysterious accident. Fred must uncover the truth about his grandfather's death to find peace.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
A past accident involving a fall is described.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The presence of a ghost and a mysterious death create mild suspense.
The story does not involve occult practices or witchcraft.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFred shows courage in facing his fears about the ghost.
Faith is not a central theme in this narrative.
Family loyalty is a subtle element, not self-giving love.
Themes of forgiveness or repentance are not prominent.
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