Fanshen the Magic Bear
by Becky Sarah
Age rating: Ages 8–11 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1973
A magical bear named Fanshen helps children with their problems.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
No scary elements are present.
Fanshen possesses magical abilities to help others.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story is a gentle fantasy with no strong worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFanshen shows kindness and helpfulness.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Fanshen's actions demonstrate self-giving love and care.
The bear's actions embody a spirit of helpfulness and kindness.
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