I Don't Want to Go to Camp
by Eve Bunting
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1996
A young boy dreads going to summer camp, fearing the unknown and the separation from home, but eventually finds his courage.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThis book contains no sexual content.
No violence is depicted in the story.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemous language appears in the book.
Substance use is not a theme in this story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The boy's anxieties about camp create some mild tension.
Occult or witchcraft themes are not included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story focuses on a child's personal emotional journey.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist develops courage by facing his fears at camp.
Christian faith is not a central element.
Friendship with other campers develops.
The story emphasizes overcoming challenges and personal growth.
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