I am a little monk
by Mi-hwa Joo
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2014
This graphic novel follows the daily life and spiritual journey of a young boy training to become a monk in a Korean monastery.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
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 book.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
No scary elements are present in the story.
No occult themes are present in the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The story focuses on Buddhist monastic life and philosophy.
No negative portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows perseverance in his training.
The book depicts Buddhist spiritual practices and beliefs.
The boy shows respect and kindness to others.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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