Brand-new Pencils, Brand-new Books
Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
This book follows a group of elementary school students as they navigate the first day of school, dealing with new teachers and classmates.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
Some mild anxiety about starting school is present.
No occult or magical themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceStudents show courage in adapting to a new environment.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and kindness among students are highlighted.
Students learn to navigate social situations and make friends.
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