How to deal with monsters
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1991
A young boy named Kevin is afraid of monsters and tries various methods to protect himself, eventually learning to confront his fears.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The concept of monsters and Kevin's fear can be scary.
Monsters are a central, albeit imagined, element.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKevin shows courage in facing his imagined monsters.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Kevin's desire for safety and comfort is evident.
Kevin learns to manage his fears and gain confidence.
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