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Children · Ages 10–14

Half of an elephant

by Gustavo Rosemffet

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young boy in Mexico City befriends an elephant and learns about its life.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

This book contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from this narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The story does not include suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story offers a glimpse into Mexican culture.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No characters are portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The boy shows courage in caring for the elephant.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

The boy develops a deep affection for the elephant.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story implies lessons about empathy.

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