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Teens · Ages 13–16

Hunt for the bamboo rat

by Graham Salisbury

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A young boy named Sonny travels to Hawaii and gets involved in a dangerous adventure to find a rare bamboo rat.

Concern Level

22/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore30

There are threats and physical confrontations with antagonists.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some moments of suspense and mild peril exist.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular and focuses on action and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Sonny displays courage facing danger and protecting others.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme or element.

Love & Friendship20

Loyalty and friendship are important motivators for Sonny.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not prominent.

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