BOO to the WHO in the DARK
by Joyce Dunbar
Age rating: Ages 8 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2004
This is a short, rhyming story about a little ghost who is afraid of the dark and learns to overcome his fear.
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.
No violence is present in this book.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
The theme of being afraid of the dark is explored.
The main character is a friendly ghost.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The book presents a simple, child-friendly worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe little ghost shows courage in facing his fear.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The story promotes overcoming fear and self-acceptance.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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