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Children · Ages 8–10

Edward's First Swimming Party

by Rosemary Wells

Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1996

Edward the bear learns to swim with the help of his friends.

Concern Level

4/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

4/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore5

Mild apprehension about learning to swim is depicted.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing5

Edward's initial fear of water might be relatable but not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Edward shows courage in overcoming his fear of swimming.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship15

Friends support Edward, showing care and encouragement.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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