Hobie Hanson, Greatest Hero of the Mall
by Jamie Gilson
Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
Hobie Hanson, a somewhat ordinary boy, finds himself in extraordinary situations at the mall, often trying to be a hero.
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.
Mild, cartoonish peril occurs during Hobie's adventures.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
The book does not address suicide or self-harm.
The story is not scary or frightening.
There are no occult or witchcraft elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The worldview presented is neutral and not overtly non-Christian.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceHobie often displays bravery in his attempts to help others.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Hobie's desire to help friends and strangers is evident.
Themes of friendship and looking out for others are present.
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