Francis the Scaredy Cat
by Ed Boxall
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
Francis the cat is afraid of everything, but with the help of his friends, he learns to be brave.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
No violence is depicted in the story of Francis.
No profanity is used by the characters in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this children's story.
No substance use is featured in Francis's adventures.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary for young readers.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFrancis shows courage by facing his fears.
Christian faith elements are absent from this story.
Friends show love by supporting Francis.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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