Don't eat the babysitter!
by Nick Ward
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2004
A group of children are left with a babysitter who turns out to be a monster, and they must find a way to escape her clutches.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo romantic elements are present in the story.
The babysitter's monstrous nature implies some threat.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy occurs in the narrative.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The premise of a monster babysitter is scary for young children.
The story does not involve occult themes.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe children show some bravery in trying to escape.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The children try to protect each other.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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