
How far will a rubber band stretch?
by Mike Thaler
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1974
A humorous collection of short, often absurd, stories and observations.
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 the stories.
No violence is depicted in the stories.
No profanity is used in the stories.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance use is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The stories are not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the stories.
The stories offer lighthearted and imaginative perspectives.
No specific portrayal of Christians or God is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters sometimes exhibit playful defiance.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Some stories touch on simple friendships.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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