Franklin's Surprise
Age rating: Ages 8–10 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2003
Franklin the turtle learns about his new baby sister and how to be a good big brother.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
No violence is depicted in Franklin's world.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the story.
No substance use is part of the narrative.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary for young readers.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are included.
The story promotes positive family values.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFranklin shows courage in facing change.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
Franklin learns to love his new baby sister.
No specific themes of grace or repentance are explored.
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