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Children · Ages 10–12

Cottonmouth and the River

by C. S. Fritz

Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

Cottonmouth, a young alligator, must learn to navigate the dangers of the river and find his place.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in Cottonmouth's story.

Violence / Gore30

Cottonmouth faces natural dangers and predator threats.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some natural dangers might be mildly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians occurs.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Cottonmouth shows bravery in facing river challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Cottonmouth seeks belonging and safety within his environment.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story emphasizes learning and adapting to survive.

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