Can I Keep It?
by Tony Ross
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
A young child wonders if they can keep various animals they encounter, leading to discussions about responsibility and pet ownership.
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 this book.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
No scary or horror elements are included.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The book promotes understanding of animal care.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe child shows some persistence in asking.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
A desire for companionship is evident.
The book touches on responsibility and understanding limits.
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